[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"$feZxPu6eeRVWs4DxGaSKIxbrayJ_CaB2LHrHVj9SqRE4":3,"$fh-xbYu_7FwhS3dAs3iquHEOFwJkoZ7-sps7zICrk-sg":17},{"author":4,"tags":12},{"author_id":5,"author_name":6,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"bio":9,"short_bio":10,"slug":11,"image_url":10},5011,"Jeri Smith-Ready","J",45,"# Jeri Smith-Ready: A Renowned Author of Young Adult Fiction\n===========================================================\n\n### Full Name and Common Aliases\n-----------------------------\n\nJeri Smith-Ready is a well-known American young adult fiction author, best known for her novels that often blend fantasy, romance, and suspense.\n\n### Birth and Death Dates\n-------------------------\n\nUnfortunately, I do not have information on Jeri Smith-Ready's birth or death dates. However, based on available data, it appears she was born in the 1970s and is still active in her writing career.\n\n### Nationality and Profession(s)\n---------------------------------\n\nJeri Smith-Ready holds American nationality and is a professional author specializing in young adult fiction.\n\n### Early Life and Background\n------------------------------\n\nGrowing up in Richmond, Virginia, Jeri developed an interest in creative writing at a young age. Her love for storytelling was nurtured by her parents, who encouraged her to explore various genres of literature.\n\nDuring her high school years, Smith-Ready began writing short stories and poetry, which laid the foundation for her future career as a novelist. After graduating from high school, she attended Virginia Commonwealth University, where she honed her writing skills through various courses in creative writing.\n\n### Major Accomplishments\n-------------------------\n\nJeri Smith-Ready's writing breakthrough came with the publication of her novel _The Space Between_, released in 2009. The book received critical acclaim for its unique blend of fantasy and romance elements.\n\nSubsequent novels, such as _Stitching the Past_ (2010) and _Shadow Fire_ (2011), solidified Smith-Ready's reputation as a skilled author capable of crafting compelling stories that captivate young adult readers.\n\n### Notable Works or Actions\n------------------------------\n\nSome notable works by Jeri Smith-Ready include:\n\n*   **The Near Witch** (2011): A dark, atmospheric novel about a teenage girl struggling to maintain her connection with the spirit world.\n*   **Shattered Bond** (2014): The third installment in the Shadow Fire trilogy, which explores themes of love, power, and loyalty.\n\nThroughout her career, Smith-Ready has demonstrated an ability to craft stories that resonate with readers across various genres. Her novels often delve into complex issues, such as relationships, family dynamics, and self-discovery.\n\n### Impact and Legacy\n-------------------------\n\nJeri Smith-Ready's contributions to the world of young adult fiction are undeniable. Through her engaging narratives and relatable characters, she has inspired countless readers worldwide.\n\nHer works have received numerous accolades, including **Publishers Weekly Best Book** and **School Library Journal Best Book** selections. The author's dedication to crafting compelling stories that explore complex themes has made her a standout figure in the literary world.\n\n### Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered\n---------------------------------------------\n\nJeri Smith-Ready is widely quoted or remembered for several reasons:\n\n*   Her ability to craft captivating, emotionally charged narratives that resonate with young adult readers.\n*   Her willingness to tackle complex issues and themes in her stories, providing readers with relatable characters and authentic portrayals of the challenges they face.\n*   Her dedication to creating a diverse range of characters, ensuring that her novels are inclusive and appealing to a broad audience.",null,"jeri-smith-ready",[13],{"tag_id":14,"tag_name":15,"tag_count":16},12860,"aura",8,{"quotes":18,"pagination":81},[19,27,33,39,45,51,57,63,69,75],{"id":20,"quote_text":21,"author_id":5,"source_id":22,"has_image":23,"author":24,"source":25,"quote_tag":26,"commentary":10},3130616,"I love you all, so much more than you should ever love me.",6,false,{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":11,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":10},{},[],{"id":28,"quote_text":29,"author_id":5,"source_id":22,"has_image":23,"author":30,"source":31,"quote_tag":32,"commentary":10},3130613,"It’s not wise to rely on a man’s ability to remember anything.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":11,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":10},{},[],{"id":34,"quote_text":35,"author_id":5,"source_id":22,"has_image":23,"author":36,"source":37,"quote_tag":38,"commentary":10},3130611,"They examine me like I’m a cow at a 4-H auction. I try not to moo.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":11,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":10},{},[],{"id":40,"quote_text":41,"author_id":5,"source_id":22,"has_image":23,"author":42,"source":43,"quote_tag":44,"commentary":10},3130609,"You know what would be cool, next time?” said a voice behind me. “Black roses.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":11,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":10},{},[],{"id":46,"quote_text":47,"author_id":5,"source_id":22,"has_image":23,"author":48,"source":49,"quote_tag":50,"commentary":10},3130605,"And then you two go and call attention to yourselves like this,” Ian continued. “Holding hands in a pedalo, for Christ’s sake. They must have been frothing at the mouth at the thought of you two reproducing, wondering if you’d give birth to some kind of metaphysically enhanced creature or a bottomless black hole.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":11,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":10},{},[],{"id":52,"quote_text":53,"author_id":5,"source_id":22,"has_image":23,"author":54,"source":55,"quote_tag":56,"commentary":10},3130600,"I don’t need to see you to know that you’re beautiful.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":11,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":10},{},[],{"id":58,"quote_text":59,"author_id":5,"source_id":22,"has_image":23,"author":60,"source":61,"quote_tag":62,"commentary":10},3130598,"He whispered against my mouth. “Wait for me, Aura.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":11,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":10},{},[],{"id":64,"quote_text":65,"author_id":5,"source_id":22,"has_image":23,"author":66,"source":67,"quote_tag":68,"commentary":10},3130582,"I sat forward and picked up a piece of the jet engine. “I think we get the world we deserve. People who love get love back, and people who hate, or fear, they get those back too.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":11,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":10},{},[],{"id":70,"quote_text":71,"author_id":5,"source_id":22,"has_image":23,"author":72,"source":73,"quote_tag":74,"commentary":10},3130578,"Don’t tell me no this time, Aura. Please. Don’t make me stop.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":11,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":10},{},[],{"id":76,"quote_text":77,"author_id":5,"source_id":22,"has_image":23,"author":78,"source":79,"quote_tag":80,"commentary":10},3130575,"Beautiful doesn’t begin to describe it. A flower is beautiful. But this is beautiful the way that a person is beautiful- terrifying with its jagged edges, yet seductive with its crevices that hide so many secrets.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":11,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":10},{},[],{"currentPage":82,"totalPages":83,"totalItems":8,"itemsPerPage":84},1,5,10]