Hi, and thanks for visiting my author page.

My name is J. A. Morgenstein. If you've found your way here, you've probably heard about, or read, one of my books.

Here's a little bit about me...

I've been a professional Ballroom Dancer for most of my adult life. I never expected to have a career in dancesport, or any sport (throughout my childhood, I was usually chosen last in gym class). But one day I worked up the courage to walk into a dance studio, and I never looked back. Dancing helped me learn how to get out of my head and be in the moment. It made such an impact on my life that I wanted to share it, so I began teaching. This in turn helped me learn that there was joy to be found in serving others, because what is teaching if not an act of service.

During the lockdown, the ballroom dance world basically shut down, and I suddenly found myself with a lot of time on my hands. After some extensive video gaming, I noticed a post from one of my friends mentioning that the lockdown was a great chance to do some writing, so I did. This started me down the winding road which eventually led to...

The League of Dangerous Young Ladies

is a YA fantasy adventure set in 1909. Described as Enola Holmes meets Buffy, The Vampire Slayer, it follows the daughters of Victorian literature's greatest villains as they fight to save the world. It's perfect for everyone from young teens to fantasy-loving adults.

"The plot is woven elegantly, the characters are rich and distinct, and savvy literary allusions abound, but the true pleasure of this novel lies in its fabulous narrative voice. Swashbuckling, spooky, and silly in equal measure, Morgenstein’s writing is a dagger-sharp and delightfully cheeky celebration of storytelling." ― William Ritter, New York Times bestselling author of the Jackaby series

"Snappy, charming, and hilarious, The League of Dangerous Young Ladies is a true romp that kept me turning pages way after my bedtime. I laughed a lot. Read this if you love a good found family, lots of banter, and fun twists." ― Jodi Meadows, New York Times bestselling coauthor of My Lady Jane

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