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J.M. Lee Books in Order
The Skeksis are a fictional species that serves as the main antagonists in the 1982 film The Dark Crystal and its related franchise. The word "Skeksis" serves as both singular and plural form for this species, with the singular being pronounced and the plural. They are described by concept artist Brian Froud as "part reptile, part predatory bird, part dragon". The Skeksis are represented by puppets engineered under the direction of Jim Henson. Henson said that in the development of the Skeksis, the creators drew inspiration from the seven deadly sins.
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Quick Answer
What are all of J.M. Lee's book series? J.M. Lee has written 2 book series. The most notable is the J.M.Lee Standalone series.
Complete series list with all books in reading order below.
Book Series by J.M. Lee
- #1
The Nightland Express(2021) - #2
Artificial Truth(2025)
- #1
Jim Henson's The Dark Crystal Author Quest (With: Gregory Coles,Cheryl Henson,Nancy Gray,Vinnie Chiappini,Esther S. Palmer)(2014) - #2
Shadows of the Dark Crystal(2016) - #3
Song of the Dark Crystal(2017) - #4
Tides of the Dark Crystal(2018) - #5
Flames of the Dark Crystal(2019) - #6
Aughra's Words of Wisdom(2019) - #7
Heroes of the Resistance(2019) - #8
Songs of the Seven Gelfling Clans(2020)
About J.M. Lee
The Skeksis are a fictional species that serves as the main antagonists in the 1982 film The Dark Crystal and its related franchise. The word "Skeksis" serves as both singular and plural form for this species, with the singular being pronounced and the plural. They are described by concept artist Brian Froud as "part reptile, part predatory bird, part dragon". The Skeksis are represented by puppets engineered under the direction of Jim Henson. Henson said that in the development of the Skeksis, the creators drew inspiration from the seven deadly sins.
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