“Ignite is a superhero novel like no other. This thought-provoking YA fantasy is wildly creative, inverting everything we’ve come to believe about superpowers. With a unique cast of characters, Jenna Terese explores the deep truths of accepting who we’re designed to be, and the power of forgiving love by transforming our misconception of others. Ignite is a must-read for fans of the Marvel universe.”
— Sandra Fernandez Rhoads, YA author of Mortal Sight & Realms of Light
“Reminiscent of Shatter Me and X-Men, but with a clever twist, Ignite puts a brilliant spin on the superhero story trope. Jenna Terese’s author voice is absolutely stunning, and I was captivated instantly by the prose. And you cannot help but love Scarlett and relate to her struggle to do the right thing and accept herself and her unique gifts and abilities. I especially love the message of the story and how it encourages us to be true to ourselves, all of ourselves.”
—Hope Bolinger, author of 12 books including the award-winning Blaze trilogy and the Dear Hero duology
“Jenna Terese has taken a genre we all know and given it a gritty, hard-hitting upgrade that forces readers to ponder what would happen if they suddenly became something society despises. Deeply engaging and starkly relevant in our present culture.”
—Mary Schlegel, author of The PRISM Conspiracy
“Jenna Terese has created an immersive world with an unique take on the world of superhumans, delivering with page-turning action with a message of faith, accepting yourself for what you are, and what it takes to be a hero.”
—Lauren D. Fulter, author of The Unanswered Questions
“…From the refreshingly original take on the concept of superheroes as something hated and feared rather than lauded, to the timely and relevant exploration of current social issues, I can definitely say that Ignite earns its place as my favorite superhero novel…”
—Excerpt from review by Lands Uncharted
“The descriptions made the whole novel come to life. You could feel the characters’ pain and how the settings were described, it felt like you were actually there…The themes were just lovely…The character development was spot on…All in all, Ignite has become a new favorite of mine! Everything about it was just perfect!…”
—Excerpt from reader review
“Jenna Terese delivers an action-packed story fueled by a stunning plot, lovable characters, and a touch of cunning humor. Taking place in a superhero world with a unique twist, Ignite lures and captures readers from start to finish.”
—Mel Torrefranca, YA author of Leaving Wishville and Capsule
“Ignite is a delightful read! Jenna Terese has created a fascinating world where superpowers are illegal, and she beautifully presents the story of one girl’s internal struggle with her newfound powers. This book is a thrilling, heartfelt adventure full of hope, forgiveness, and second chances that leaves the reader excited for more.”
—C.B. Cook, author of Twinepathy and Lightporter
“…The plot of this book was very enthralling and and well paced and the character development was wonderful! I loved watching Scarlett go through her journey and loved getting to know the other characters better…”
—excerpt from reader review
“Filled with mystery and enigmatic characters, Ignite will pull you into a fascinating, alternate world where super powers have created a rift among the gifted and the ungifted. Jenna Terese has crafted a deeply emotional story that explores the complexities of power, faith, and trust. Get ready for the edge-of-your-seat ending from this debut novel that will spark your imagination and give you a fresh take on what it means to use our talents for good. Fans of the Marvel Universe, you won’t want to miss this one!”
—C. F. E. Black, author of The Veritas Project
“This fiery dystopian is a well-written superhero tale of broken and mended hearts wrapped into a unique concept. Check out Ignite if you’re a fan of deep characters, gripping YA, and DC or Marvel. Highly recommended!”
—Jamie Foley, author of The Sentinel Trilogy and Katrosi Revolution
“…Ladies and gentlemen, the reason why I did not forget this book shortly after reading it, the reason why it impacted my life in the same life-giving way water does, is because of the impactful messages interwoven into this story…”
—Excerpt from reader review
“…With basic prose and quick pace, Ignite balances superhero action with deep questions about prejudice and responsibility in a complex, challenging world.”
—Excerpt from Lorehaven review
“Ignite is a powerful, emotionally-charged story that flips the superhero trope on its head in a rollercoaster ride that explores the themes of identity, acceptance, and second chances. With high emotional stakes, this story will leave you on the edge of your seat, wondering how everything can be resolved in time!…”
—Excerpt from Whimsical Wanderings review
Q: How did you start writing?
A: I’ve had a love of stories for as long as I can remember. Then I begun to craft my own stories when I was seven or eight years old. It begun as messy doodles coupled with happy little stories on lined paper. As I grew, my love to writing grew with me. As other hobbies came and went, this one always stuck and has grown to be a big part of who I am.
Q: Why do you write?
A: The short answer is: because I love it. But the longer answer goes much deeper. On top of being a writer, I’ve also always loved to read. But it was a struggle to find fiction that was clean and appropriate while also being well-written, having deep themes and memorable characters. I became a strong believer in writing what you want to see on the shelf, and that became my mission as a writer. I want to fill the voids on the shelf. I want people to be impacted by my stories. I want them to be pointed to God in some way, because He’s the one who gave me this passion for storytelling.
If you want to change the world, pick up your pen and write. -Martin Luther
Q: Where did the inspiration for Ignite come from?
A: It stemmed partially from an image that stuck in my mind from a movie trailer and another superhero book I tried to write years ago, but didn’t go anywhere. I was intrigued by the idea of superhumans being common in our world, but being praised as superheroes like our culture does. I wanted to explore the theme of accepting all of who you are despite what society says, even if that’s something like superpowers.