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John Taylor (1959 – ) was originally born John Yezeguielian and it is that name which he writes most of his fiction under. Originally from Chicago, IL, he found himself at home in southern California and northeastern Oklahoma. An American-born writer and singer/songwriter, his journalistic works have been published in both local and national papers. His songs have been received internationally, and his work with with falconry and exotic animals have taken him to equally exotic destinations around the world.

Noted for writing the title story to a Mercedes anthology, "Sword of Ice," he's also reputed to be the Master Falconer whom that author refers to in her biographical information.

A published Singer/Songwriter now under his own ASCAP publishing company, JATY Music, John also works with other artists through that company.

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This author enjoyed mentoring under Mercedes Lackey during the mid-1990's, and was fortunate enough to spend time in the company of Andre Norton during that acquaintance.

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Works

 * Founded Falconry Alliance, January, 2006

Published works

 * Journalistic works have appeared in various local and national publications in the U.S.
 * "Sword of Ice" in Sword of Ice and Other Tales of Valdemar, 1997. ISBN 0-88677-720-8

Music

 * "Threadbare Dreams", released on tape and CD, 1994

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