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Melissa Knight is the author of YA Christian Contemporary Romance books, including the High School 101 and Rayburn High Romance series. A veteran teacher in public schools, many of her short stories and articles have been published in various magazines and literature for teens and children. She’s made several moves as an oil field wife, leading to some of the best adventures and friendships of her life. Melissa and her husband (still her sweetheart) currently live in Texas, while their two grown kids are out there building their own legacies. They enjoy getting together for hiking trips and savage Uno tournaments.

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Average rating: 4.5 · 114 ratings · 38 reviews · 9 distinct works • Similar authors

	Feelin' the Chemistry (High School 101, #1) 4.20 avg rating — 30 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	You Were There: A Rayburn High Romance, Book One 4.47 avg rating — 19 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Just the Facts (High School 101, #2) 4.50 avg rating — 16 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Between You and Me (Rayburn High Romance, #2) 4.73 avg rating — 11 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Breaking News (High School 101, #4) 4.45 avg rating — 11 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The One You See: A Rayburn High Romance, Book Three 4.90 avg rating — 10 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Follow The Signs (High School 101, #3) 4.60 avg rating — 10 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Make That Move: 31 Days of Devotionals for Times of Transition by Melissa Knight (Goodreads Author), John Fox (Illustrator) it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 5 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Making History (High School 101, #5) 4.50 avg rating — 2 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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Christian YA Romance!

"You Were There", Book One in the Rayburn High Romance series, is on sale this week for $0.99 (e-book version).

Check out the description and grab your copy today!
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D7TXV1TW

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Published on March 10, 2025 13:50

Series by Melissa Knight

High School 101 (4 books)
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Melissa Knight rated a book it was amazing before I knew you (Choices Matter #1) by Beth Steury (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
When you write YA contemporary romance, Christian or not, you have to decide on your target audience. Will the plot be appropriate for younger, interested kids reading “up”? Will you add a bit of spice to add realism? The tug between squeaky clean vs ...more
Apr 23, 2026 06:50PM · 1 like · like · see review
Melissa Knight liked Andrea Perez's review of Just the Facts (High School 101, #2): "The facts are... I love the quiz-like questions sprinkled through this book. Casey is such a cute character and still very thoughtful. This was a great continuation of the story, and I can't wait to see where or who she'll end up with." Read more of this review »
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Melissa Knight rated a book it was amazing Having Faith in the Race (Team Hartzel Racing) by Andrea Perez (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
I had the privilege of previewing “Having Faith in the Race”, and just like the first book in the series, it’s a treat. All of us want our kids to read clean, thoughtful fiction that helps them grow spiritually, but let’s face it. Our kids (and all o ...more
Apr 03, 2026 11:32AM · 3 likes · like · see review
Andrea Perez answered Melissa Knight's question: What is your favorite and least favorite part of publishing? My favorite part of publishing is probably seeing my book come to fruition. However, my least favorite part is the anticipation that I'll do something wrong in the process and it'll take longer.
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Melissa Knight liked Quill's review of Just the Facts: High School 101, Book #2: "I really enjoy the act of Casey trying to learn and become a better person, not giving up or continuing her character of someone nosy and messing with people's business. I also like the relationship between her and Ben. I enjoy romances very much. " Read more of this review »
Apr 01, 2026 05:45PM · see review
Melissa Knight liked Feather Chelle's review of Feelin' the Chemistry (High School 101, #1): "Very relatable There are so many things for teens to relate to within these pages. A girl has moved to a new school because of the blending of families. Making new friends and figuring out long-distance relationships with old ones are skills that we a" Read more of this review »
Apr 01, 2026 05:35PM · see review
Melissa Knight is now following M. Liz Boyle Author of Avalanche (Off the Itinerary #1)
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Melissa Knight rated a book it was amazing Where Your Treasure Is by M. Liz Boyle (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
I've read a couple of M. Liz Boyle's other books and enjoyed them, but Where Your Treasure Is hits different. Plunged into a deep dive of all things treasure-hunting (puns intended) , I became familiar with scuba terms and procedures. I feel like an ...more
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Melissa Knight rated a book it was amazing Light-Bringer by Christina Shaw (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Intriguing! This YA fantasy/allegorical tale is told simply, but packs a powerful punch. I stayed up late last night to finish it because I had to know how Alethia and Armando's story would end, only to realize...there is no end. Read the book and you ...more
Jan 29, 2026 10:40AM · like · see review
Melissa Knight joined the group Teen/YA Christian Fiction Bookshelf
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“am not afraid of storms, for I am learning how to sail my ship.~ Louisa May Alcott, “Little Women”
― Melissa Knight, Just the Facts

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“If I have a thousand ideas and only one of them turns out to be good, I am satisfied.”~ Alfred Bernhard Nobel, chemist, founder of the Nobel Prize”
― Melissa Knight, Feelin' the Chemistry

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“Question #1: Who wrote Hunger Games? Jennifer Lawrence Suzanne Collins Mahatma Gandhi A and B Question #2: Who is the main character in “A Christmas Carol”? Kermit Tiny Tim Scrooge Not A”
― Melissa Knight, Feelin' the Chemistry

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