- Beyond the Red will get two sequels!
"Ava Jae's INTO THE BLACK and THE RISING GOLD, the second and third book in the BEYOND THE RED trilogy, wherein an heir to the world throne is abducted by a rebel group of redbloods who won't release him until he swears to help them overthrow the very government he's inheriting, forcing an alien ex-queen and a skilled prince-turned-bounty hunter to attempt to find him before it's too late for both the future king and his kingdom, to Nicole Frail, at Sky Pony Press, for publication in Fall 2017 and 2018, by Louise Fury at The Bent Agency (World). Foreign: Biagi Literary Management Film: The Kohner Agency" - Beyond the Red releases in the UK!
- Beyond the Red releases in the US!
- Writability listed in The Write Life's 100 Best Websites for Writers in 2016!
- Booklist likes Beyond the Red!
"Kora is the first female ruler of the Sepharon in generations, but her ambitious twin brother, Dima, wants to rule in her stead. To that end, he is willing to do anything, including framing Kora for an assassination attempt on her fiancé, Serek. Meanwhile, Kora has taken as bodyguard and confidant the half blood Eros, whose mixed race makes him a pariah among both the nomadic human rebels of the planet and the citydwelling alien Sepharon, a tall, strong humanoid race with patterned skin, notched ears, and purple blood. In alternating chapters narrated by Eros and Kora, Jae spins a cinematic tale of forbidden love and Machiavellian politics. With detailed history, architecture, customs, inventions, and landscape, Jae creates a fascinating new world to explore. The breathless pace of the plot, smoldering romance between Kora and Eros, and inventive yet comfortably familiar world will engage science fiction and romance readers alike. A true cliff-hanger ending guarantees a sequel. Blogger and college student Jae has laid the groundwork for an entertaining series." —Booklist
- Publisher's Weekly likes Beyond the Red!
"Jae's smooth worldbuilding and solid pacing make this a highly readable SF romance. Jae engages with the brutality of her setting and doesn't spare the central characters, who suffer terrible losses." —Publishers Weekly
- School Library Journal likes Beyond the Red!
"Jae's debut novel introduces a unique alien world with a thrilling plot full of twists that are bound to appeal to sci-fi fans, particularly admirers of Avatar and Star Wars. The fast-paced and intense plotlines introduce deep concepts including segregation, homosexuality, and racism... The author builds a beautifully conceived world with unique details, such as language quirks, an alien monarch ruling system, and special meaning for phrases such as "golden eyes." The fun and engaging plot is predictable but enjoyable. VERDICT: An engaging and amusing read for fans of sci-fi romance." —School Library Journal
November 16, 2017 (7 PM)
Trident Booksellers & Café
Into the Black Launch Party
Boston, MA
August 19, 2017 (2-4 PM)
Barnes & Noble
Ask an Author Teen Event
Brighton, MI
April 30, 2017
Brighton District Library
Local Author Showcase
Brighton, MI
March 25, 2017 (12-3 PM)
Barnes & Noble
Authorpalooza
Rochester Hills, MI
December 18, 2016 (1-3 PM)
Barnes & Noble
Local Author Signing and Discussion Day
Brighton, MI
July 9, 2016 (4 PM)
Addison Township Library
Local YA Author Panel
Leonard, MI
June 12, 2016 (1 - 3 PM)
Barnes & Noble
B-Fest Teen Book Festival
Brighton, MI
June 11, 2016 (1 - 3 PM)
Barnes & Noble
B-Fest Teen Book Festival
Ann Arbor, MI
March 22, 2016
Winchester Book Gallery
"Reality and Fiction" panel and signing.
Winchester, VA
March 21, 2016
The Ivy Bookshop
"Reality and Fiction" panel and signing.
Baltimore, MD
March 18-20, 2016
SCBWI MD/DE/WV
Workshop, panels, and signing.
Buckeystown, MD
March 17, 2016
Harford County Public Library
"Reality and Fiction" panel and signing.
Bel Air, MD
March 16, 2016
C Burr Artz Library
"Reality and Fiction" panel and signing.
Frederick, MD
August 8, 2015
Chapter One Young Writers Conference
Speaker
Chicago, IL
