Patricia C. Wrede
Patricia C. Wrede is an American fantasy author best known for her Enchanted Forest Chronicles, comic fantasy novels that playfully subvert fairy tale conventions. Her Regency world collaboration with Caroline Stevermer, Sorcery and Cecelia, is a beloved classic of the epistolary fantasy novel. Her work emphasizes strong female characters and wit.
Works
- Dealing with DragonsPrincess with unconventional talents dismisses suitor and teams with dragon to explore her true destiny
- Searching for DragonsPrincess and dragon embark on quest to rescue the dragon king and prevent magical kingdom's doom
- Calling on DragonsPrincess, dragon, and companions face ancient evil while protecting magical realm from complete destruction
- Talking to DragonsYoung boy discovers his magical heritage while searching for missing princess and battling wizard's plans
- Sorcery and CeceliaEpistolary fantasy romp set during wartime featuring sorcery, romance, and Napoleonic military intrigue