Novelist, Laney McMann, Signs Three-Book Deal With J. Taylor Publishing For The Fire Born Trilogy

Online, October 24, 2012 (Newswire.com) - With a passion for the supernatural and all things magical, Laney McMann developed a voracious appetite for reading fantasy at a young age. By the time she reached her teens, Laney had accumulated notebooks full of poems which led to short stories and finally novels, specifically in the young adult dark fantasy, paranormal romance, and mythology genres.

"A lifelong love of writing fantasy led me to write TIED, " says Laney. "TORN and TRUE naturally followed."

That love of writing brought her to J. Taylor Publishing. "The premise of the Fire Borns compelled us to read TIED, the first of the trilogy, " says J. Taylor Publishing, adding, "and the romantic possibilities, and intrinsic conflict placed up on the main characters won us over. We had absolutely no hesitation contracting this work."

A former classical dancer and chef, Laney grew up in sultry Florida where she still resides with her family. "Florida, and the South in general, have some bearing on the urban setting in TIED, but the supernatural world was built around my fascination with mythology," says Laney. "My characters play an integral role within that setting as they navigate their way through the trials of love, loss, and life."

Figuring out life is a tremendous element in many young adult novels, and TIED is no different as it explores the facets of growing up, discovering oneself and deciding what parts of a future are important to the main characters.

"The tie in to lesser-known mythology truly captured our attention," says J. Taylor Publishing. "We're very excited to add another YA novel to our catalog and expect adults and teens alike will enjoy this series."

TIED is planned for release in September 2013 with, TORN in late 2014 and TRUE to follow one year later.

For more about Laney McMann, please visit http://laneymcmann.com