“This," I say softly, "is going to change everything." I don't mean it the way I usually do. I don't mean that change is hard or scary, though it's definitely both. I mean only to say this: that sometimes, through good luck or bad, through curses or fate, the world cracks itself open, and afterward nothing will ever be the same. All I mean is that this seems like one of those times.”
Jennifer E. Smith is a highly acclaimed American author best known for her captivating young adult (YA) fiction. While specific details regarding her exact date of birth remain limited in available public records, her significant impact on contemporary literature is undeniable. Before embarking on her successful writing career, Smith worked as an editor, which deeply influenced her narrative precision. She is celebrated for her ability to weave heartwarming romances with philosophical reflections on fate, chance, and human connection. Her most notable works include The Statistical Probability of Love at First Sight, This Is What Happy Looks Like, and Windfall. These novels have resonated with a global audience, translated into over thirty languages, and frequently optioned for film adaptations. Residing in New York City, Smith continues to be a defining voice in modern YA literature, enchanting readers with her witty, tender, and emotionally resonant storytelling. more
“Somewhere between right and wrong lies a garden surrounded by thorns, and I have met you there.”
“Secrets, my mother told me once, are just stories turned inside out.”