Jennifer Lynn Barnes

Jennifer Lynn Barnes is an accomplished author born in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

She has a diverse background, including experiences as a cheerleader, dancer, and primate cognition researcher.

Barnes began writing at a young age and completed her first book while still in high school.

She graduated from Yale University with a degree in cognitive science in 2006.

Following her graduation, Barnes pursued autism research at the University of Cambridge.

Her varied interests and academic background contribute to the depth and complexity of her writing, particularly in crafting intricate plots and developing multi-faceted characters in her young adult novels.