J. Lloyd Morgan
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J. Lloyd Morgan is a bestselling author and an award-winning television director. He graduated from Brigham Young University with a degree in Communications and a minor in English. In 2014, Morgan earned his Master’s degree in Creative Writing. Morgan has lived all over the United States, but now resides in North Carolina with his wife and four daughters. Aside from writing, Morgan is an avid reader. He’s also a huge fan of baseball and enjoys listening to progressive rock.
He is the author of the novels “The Hidden Sun,” The Waxing Moon,” “The Zealous Star,” “The Mirror of the Soul,” “Wall of Faith” and forthcoming “Bring Down the Rain.” His published short stories include “Howler King,” “I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day,” “The Reluctant Wanderer,” and award-winning “The Doughnut.” An anthology of short stories, observations and insights called “The Night the Port-A-Potty Burned Down and Other Stories” was released at the end of 2012.
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The Hidden Sun
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Medieval Fiction
A faraway kingdom. A beautiful princess. A courageous hero. A ruthless villain. An impossible choice. The kingdom of Bariwon is at a crossroads. A new leader threatens to take control of the throne which could throw the land into chaos. “The Hidden Sun” is an epic tale of courage, heartbreak, battles and redemption. 
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The Waxing Moon
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Medieval Fiction
A faraway kingdom. A brave warrior. An unexpected danger. An ancient secret. A desperate plan. Fear is running rampant in Bariwon. The people of a small village near the northern mountains have vanished. Newly commissioned royal guardian Snapdragon is sent with a scouting party to investigate. His responsibility is to protect the non-soldiers, including Seraphina, a stunning young nursemaid. When the party arrives, they make a shocking discovery. During the chaos that follows, Snapdragon discovers his feelings toward Seraphina are more than protective. Soon, he is forced to make difficult choices that will impact the future of everyone in Bariwon. 
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The Zealous Star
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Medieval Fiction
A faraway kingdom. A beautiful warrior. A relentless enemy. A deadly threat. An epic conclusion. The kingdom of Bariwon is under attack. It is the greatest threat to the kingdom in a dozen generations. The best warrior in Bariwon isn’t allowed to defend her kingdom—because she’s a woman. When she decides to take matters in her own hands, her actions could either save the kingdom she loves … or destroy it. 
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The Mirror of the Soul
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Historical Fiction
In the Dordogne region of France after The Hundreds’ Year War, there are rumors of an object falling from the sky. Soon after, the abbot at the Abbé St. Pierre announces that he has been given a gift from God: a large diamond that glows when it is touched. The diamond divine, as it is come to be known, can cure the sick, wipe away people’s sins (past, present and future) and even grant eternal life—for a price. The Mirror of the Soul is a story of corruption, greed and redemption based on the song of the same title by Chris de Burgh 
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Wall of Faith
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Historical Fiction / Religious
While growing up in Utah, James Williams always knew he was expected to serve a two year Mormon mission. Williams is called to serve in Mexico, though he doesn’t speak Spanish—yet. From the very beginning of his mission, Williams discovers that it is much more challenging than what he expected. A terrible accident in Mexico leads to Williams being locked up for over a month. The subsequent events lead Williams to question not only his reasons for going on a mission, but also why he believes in God. “Wall of Faith” is a compelling story of one young man’s search to understand his faith—even when that very faith is put to the test. Based on a true story. 
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The Night the Port-A-Potty Burned Down and Other Stories
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Non-Fiction, Humor, Commentary
Award-winning author J. Lloyd Morgan’s anthology is a collection of short stories, insights, and observations. Some are humorous. Some are thought-provoking. And some are downright strange. Entries include “Natural Flavor”, “Don’t Let the Facts Ruin a Good Story”, “There Are No Absolutes”, “Love and Spam”, “-9v + 4:40 am = @^#$&!”, “Epitaphs and Etiquette”, and “The Night the Port-A-Potty Burned Down”. 
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