SJ Barnes will be the first to admit she usually opts for “the road not taken.” She set forth on the journey of life toward the destination of a published author. Through happiness, hardship, and a lot of pop music, she haphazardly continued the journey for many years. Eventually, an extreme curiosity about all things and a love of research resulted in her becoming a “professional” college student, finally “retiring” with a Master’s degree in English and Creative Writing. Realizing the road only goes forward, she is on a determined path to her goal. Currently, she is diligently writing while listening to BTS. She lives with her husband and two dog-boys in Louisville, Kentucky.