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J.A. Knighted

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J.A. Knighted was born in California but is now a resident of Colorado. Graduating with an art degree; she is an artist, teacher and mother of a daughter with autism. Her first love is painting but she has always been a storyteller.

When she is not working she can be found: writing, painting in her studio, exploring the wonders of Colorado, or playing autism advocate.

“When I was in middle school, I wasn’t interested in heavy drama,” says the author. “Too many books now are so serious and frankly, a bit depressing. At that age, I wanted to play make believe and imagine other worlds. By creating the land of Eylenda, I’ve indulged that side of my personality and filled a gap in the genre.”

Continuing: “When I was younger, I also
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J.A. Knighted I usually stare at the computer for up to four hours trying to force my brain to move forward. Then I give up, and decide to take a walk. The walk usu…moreI usually stare at the computer for up to four hours trying to force my brain to move forward. Then I give up, and decide to take a walk. The walk usually works. If there is a way to escape the daily dredge and let your mind wander, things will come to you. I like to think of it like a making a good soup, characters need seeping time. (less)
J.A. Knighted I like the idea of creating friends. Characters are like imaginary friends that feel like they actually exist. My characters have become a part of me.…moreI like the idea of creating friends. Characters are like imaginary friends that feel like they actually exist. My characters have become a part of me. So far that is the best part!(less)
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I once heard an author say, “Everyone remembers the first book they ever read.”
I want us all to take a moment right now and remember the first story that pulled you in?

If you have got it? Well I am jealous of you. I can’t do it!

I recently asked a few of my students, if they could remember “that” book! The One, and most of them had an answer. Some were silly but others were confidently chosen.

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