“Jackie’s Story” by Justina Ireland Justina Ireland enjoys dark chocolate, dark humor, and is not too proud to admit that she’s still afraid of the dark. She lives with her husband, kid, and dog in Pennsylvania. She is the author of Vengeance Bound and Promise of Shadows. Visit her at justinaireland.com.
“Self-Portrait” by Brandy Colbert Brandy Colbert is the author of the young adult novels Pointe and Little & Lion, as well as short stories and personal essays published in various anthologies. She lives and writes in Los Angeles. Visit her at brandycolbert.com.
“A Violation of Rule 16” by Suzanne Young Suzanne Young is the New York Times bestselling author of the Program series. Originally from Utica, New York, Suzanne moved to Arizona to pursue her dream of not freezing to death. She is a novelist and an English teacher, but not always in that order. Suzanne is the author of several young adult novels, including the Program series and All in Pieces.