S. Jae-Jones (called JJ) is an artist, an adrenaline junkie, and the New York Times bestselling author of WINTERSONG and SHADOWSONG. Born and raised in Los Angeles, she now lives on the wrong coast, where she can't believe she has to deal with winter every year. When not writing, JJ can be found working toward her next black belt degree in taekwondo, or indulging in her favorite hobby-collecting more hobbies.