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J. Kenyarta

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Known by many of his loyal readers as the "Master of the Plot Twist", J. Kenyarta is an award-winning author best known for his chilling, action-packed crime thrillers and spellbinding dramas which feature diverse and lasting characters, including the tenacious femme fatale Mia Keys, the protagonist, and star of Rosario and The Enemy She Knows.

To prove deep down we are all bookworms and that some of us have simply yet to have been introduced to the right characters), J. Kenyarta strives to create gripping stories and characters with enough grip to hijack not only the most avid readers day but also those newly introduced to the world of reading!

Currently, he works full-time as a third-grade educator in Los Angeles, California. In his free ti
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J. Kenyarta 1) Do NOT give up.

2) Write what makes you HAPPY, not what you think will make money.

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1) Do NOT give up.

2) Write what makes you HAPPY, not what you think will make money.

3) And, most important, ALWAYS be true to you and your craft. (less)
J. Kenyarta Music is a must-have. (Depending on the mood/genre of the scene, I choose the track accordingly.) If not listening to music, I often will cue up white…moreMusic is a must-have. (Depending on the mood/genre of the scene, I choose the track accordingly.) If not listening to music, I often will cue up white noise, typically rain falling on a tin roof.

Next, I choose a conducive setting based on the energy/vibe of the scene I am writing. Sometimes, I am alone. Other times, in a noisy room filled with people. Whatever the case, the job of the ambiance is to ADD to the project, not distract.

Lastly, you can pretty much always guarantee that I'll be there be with a cup (or two) of coffee.(less)
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The Enemy She Knows is NOW AVAILABLE!

The day is here, friends!

My new suspense thriller The Enemy She Knows is NOW AVAILABLE on Amazon in both paperback AND E-book formats!

And even more good news! ROSARIO is now ALSO available in paperback! Thank you to all the readers who waited patiently!

I AM SO excited about this release and can't wait to get YOUR feedback on the The Enemy She Knows! It is a page-turner unlike NO OTHER!

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J. Kenyarta Majenta wrote: "Hello, J.! Happy Monday! I hope you had a great weekend and I hope you'll have a great week! Yes, I'm reading THE ENEMY SHE KNOWS--I started it a while ago, anyway and I like it so far! Keep readin..."

Oh, awesome! Thank you so for much for reading! I'm so glad you are enjoying the novel and look forward to hearing your final thoughts! You are sincerely appreciated, friend! Have a beautiful week!


Majenta Hello, J.! Happy Monday! I hope you had a great weekend and I hope you'll have a great week! Yes, I'm reading THE ENEMY SHE KNOWS--I started it a while ago, anyway and I like it so far! Keep reading and writing, and enjoy the creative process. Blessings!
Best wishes from Majenta


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