My name is James Knapp. Back in 1995, I used my table-waiting skills to get a job in the high-tech industry (you could do that back then) where I’ve been ever since. I jumped from support, to QA, then eventually to automation where I write things that test other things so no one has to do them by hand. Prior to 1995 I was a starving artist. I am no longer starving, but I kept the artist part. In my spare time, I joined the legions of hopefuls that one day my work would see print.
I began writing at an early age, and eventually I decided it was what I wanted to do. To that end, I began the long road of rejection, criticism (some constructive, some not so much), learning and honing that eventually brought me to the point where I can say the work paid off. I managed to acquire an agent (rockstar Jack Byrne, of the Sternig & Byrne Literary Agency), who managed to acquire me a three book deal with Ace Books.
I now live in MA with my wife Kim, who lends a keen eye to my work during the earlier drafts, and our band of cats who I have to admit I have a real affection for.
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Out of the blue during a conference call at work, I heard someone mention the name Jim Knapp, which instantly reminded me of my buddy Jamie Knapp from college, now James Knapp. I thought to myself, “I wonder whatever happened to James? Let me see if I Google his name what comes up.” And … Blammo! James has realized his dreams as a professional writer, and his artistic skills haven’t lost one smidgen of the imaginative tapestries he used to weave back in our good ol’ college days.
Kudos, my friend, and keep it up. You are, always were, and always will be a superstar.
Love,
Laura
Hey – it’s been a long time! (I’d count up how many years but I fear I may depress myself) Thanks for the kind words, and I hope all is well with you!