J. Dharma Windham

J Dharma Windham is a novelist of historical adventure and speculative fiction, known for blending rigorous historical detail with elements of myth and the supernatural. He spent over three years working on archaeological excavations in Egypt. His travels and fieldwork across North Africa, the Middle East, and Central America inform the vivid settings and authenticity of his fiction.

A lifelong sailor, Windham has navigated extensively along the U.S. West Coast, to the Sea of Cortez, and across the Pacific to Hawaii, bringing a practical knowledge of seamanship and navigation to his storytelling. His interests in ancient religions, classical history, and maritime exploration are central themes in his work.

He is the author of several novels, including Captain Nemo: My Voyages, The Cleopatra Chronicles: Reluctant Goddess, and The Sword and the Serpent. His fiction is characterized by strong, unconventional protagonists, fast-paced adventure, and a subtle integration of supernatural elements grounded in historical