Welcome! I’m Timothy Patterson, and I write contemporary fantasy rooted in folklore, family, and the choices that shape our lives. I’m fascinated by the point where ordinary life brushes up against the impossible—and what people do when they’re forced to cross that line.

My first novel, Forged in Ancient Fire, follows sixteen-year-old Jia Peach after her mother’s death turns her world upside down. As she uncovers long-buried family secrets, she’s pulled into a hidden conflict inspired by Korean and Irish mythology. While the story includes magic and ancient traditions, it’s really about loss, trust, and finding the courage to move forward when nothing feels familiar anymore.

Here on my site—and on Substack—I share updates on new projects, early looks at works in progress, and occasional posts about photography, music, and the creative life behind the books.

Writing has never been the only creative outlet in my life. I’ve spent years behind a camera, behind a drum kit, and behind a microphone as a radio host. Those experiences have shaped the way I build scenes, listen to dialogue, and look for the small details that make characters feel real.

Thanks for stopping by. If you enjoy contemporary fantasy with mythology, memorable characters, and stories grounded in the real world before they step into the extraordinary, I hope you’ll give Forged in Ancient Fire a try.