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Jen Calonita
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Jen Calonita

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Hi Goodreads!
I'm Jen Calonita, a MG and YA author who loves what I do because it lets me connect with all of you (and no, I wasn't intending for that to rhyme!).

I've been writing ever since I can remember, but it was fourth grade when I put my "three wishes" for a genie down on paper. They were:
#1. Buy all the Cabbage Patch Kids in the world and give them away for free (because apparently that was how I rolled).
#2. I wanted a mansion, limo, lake house, pool and speed boat (still sounds quite nice).
#3. I wanted to be an author for young readers, which I am!

I love writing novels for teens (and for savvy grown ups who know that YA rocks at any age). My first series was "Secrets of My Hollywood Life" and it followed a teen star named Kaitlin B ...more

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is FTRS going to become a movie, series, or video of some sort? I have been talking about how fun a short YouTube series would be with my new friends that I met over Gillian Cobbler fandom (They call me Gilly 2, and I call them Anna 2 and Kayla 2!) We have been talking about making the series together but we don’t know each other I real life so that won’t happen. I was wondering if it was something you were working on
Jen Calonita I love this! How cool!!! I love that you connected online over the series. I do think Fairy Tale Reform School would be fun on the big or small screen…moreI love this! How cool!!! I love that you connected online over the series. I do think Fairy Tale Reform School would be fun on the big or small screen, but nothing is in the works yet. Maybe with a bit of magic, it will happen! Fingers crossed!
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I have two questions actually. I would like to say that I am absolutly with your Fairytale Reform School series, and your new Roal Academy Rebels series! I was wondering when you were going to make the next book in each of those series!? The cliff hangers are too much for me to bear!
Jen Calonita Thank you!!! WISHED will be out March 5th of this year, and OUTLAWS, the next Royal Academy book, is out next October. Thanks for writing!
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This Tuesday my new middle grade mystery-adventure series will be out in the world and I am giddy just waiting to see it in readers' hands! I've never written anything like this before--a story that takes place in two times: 1825 and now, following two girls as they try to solve the mystery of an island and a cursed pirate treasure. Think pirates, fountain of youth, riddles, clues, Read more of this blog post »
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"Phenomenal book written by Jen Calonita. I’m so happy I got the privilege to read this book early thanks to NetGalley. I didn’t want to put it down. When the book is officially out, I will be purchasing it immediately! And I am looking forward to the" Read more of this review »
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Hi Anna! At the moment, there is not another FTRS book or RA book planned, but I love to leave doors open. I could envision more stories with these characters and feel like there is lots to still explore with Gilly, Anna and friends. You never know! See Full Answer
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“I want someone who builds people up, not tears them down. I need someone who makes me laugh and isn't afraid to rib me when I'm being a royal jerk.' She smiled a little. 'You're that girl. I want to be with you, and I want everyone to know it.”
― Jen Calonita, Belles
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“In Hollywood, we're always looking for the next big thing that will help us feel fulfilled. As actors, we're always trying to be someone else. Things like therapy help us learn how to be ourselves. Sometimes.”
― Jen Calonita, There's No Place Like Home
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“Good clothes made a person feel different. -Izzie”
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“In Hollywood, we're always looking for the next big thing that will help us feel fulfilled. As actors, we're always trying to be someone else. Things like therapy help us learn how to be ourselves. Sometimes.”
― Jen Calonita, There's No Place Like Home
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139985 Ask Kate Brian, Jen Calonita, and Kieran Scott — 67 members — last activity Jul 13, 2015 02:08PM
Kate Brian, Jen Calonita, and Kieran Scott will be answering questions from readers in this special group on Tuesday, July 29th! They'll be discussi ...more
133305 Q&A with Kieran Scott and Jen Calonita — 9 members — last activity Apr 26, 2014 05:32AM
...April 23, 2014 to May 20, 2014...
988700 Read With Jenna (Official) — 29540 members — last activity Nov 10, 2025 05:22PM
When anyone on the TODAY team is looking for a book recommendation, there is only one person to turn to: Jenna Bush Hager. Jenna will select a book a ...more
1093577 Fairy Tale Reform School — 52 members — last activity Apr 17, 2024 07:18PM
This is a group where people who love FTRS can talk about it!
1179572 HeyitsCarlyRae Book Club — 113 members — last activity Aug 30, 2022 04:57PM
Hey Everyone! This is my official HeyitsCarlyRae Book Club on Goodreads! I want to hear from all of you! Post your past reads, current reads, upcoming ...more
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message 4: by Maddison
Sep 13, 2013 06:40PM

Maddison COURT ORDER! You are accused of crawlin into my heart, hijackin my smiles with your awesomeness. How do you plead??? GUILTY?! You are sentenced to be my friend for life! NO BAIL!! Copy and paste to all your friends including me! If you get 3 back your friendship is worth keeping. ♥


message 3: by Maddison
May 16, 2013 12:22AM

Maddison love the secrets of my Hollywood life sad that it is over but am looking forward to reading your other books and thanks for adding me.


message 2: by Mariama Lei
Jan 07, 2013 01:38PM

Mariama Lei Thanks for adding me:)!! I'm such a big fan of all your books, especially your Secrets of my Hollywood Life series!:) Love Kaitlin Burke


message 1: by Jennifer
May 16, 2012 01:47PM

Jennifer Thanks for adding me and following my reviews. I absolutely LOVE your Secrets books and am really looking forward to Belles (I grew up in the South.) Keep writing, because you rock!


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