Jackie Hunter

Jackie Hunter said she began writing short stories and poems when she was twelve years old. Over a thirty years career, she taught middle school math and science and worked as an elementary school administrator.

Her debut novel, Lost in the Red Hills of Mars, is about a thirteen years old girl who lives in the first human colony on Mars. Ms. Hunter wrote this book because she remembered how excited her students were when they were asked to design a human colony for Mars.

She grew up in Richmond, Virginia and holds a Masters of Education from Virginia Commonwealth University. She has a lifetime membership in the National Parent and Teacher Association. She now lives in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Author's note:

Kirkus Review Magazine has likened one of my writing techniques with Ray Bradbury, author of The Martian Chronicles.

Dr. John Brandenburg, renown plasma physicist and author of Death on Mars said, “Your description of the Mars landscape, hazards and caves are wonderful!”

Greg Smith, founder of Richmond based, Agile Writers Club and author of Agile Writer Method, said, “Jackie Hunter has spun a tale that will entertain and enthrall youngsters and adults alike!”