As part of his Shadowrun trilogy The Dragon Heart Saga, Jak Koke is best known for killing off the great dragon Dunkelzahn in 2057. But he has been creating (and killing) speculative creatures for over 30 years—since his first published story, Deadwise (1992 Amazing Stories). Jak has authored over a twenty novels and short stories, including works in the D&D Forgotten Realms universe, an Earthdawn book as well as worlds of his own creation.
As a developmental editor, Jak has helped many authors craft better stories. Nominations and awards for books he developed (or co-wrote) include Endeavor, PW Best of Year, Ippy, Ben Franklin, Foreword, and Origins.
An expat living in Mexico, Jak is passionate about science, futbol, democracy, socialism, and equality.