The writing is as complicated as the stories being told, with plots and story structures as quirky and unique as the feelings being expressed. Yet, Answers I’ll Accept never takes shortcuts when exploring the world of internet love. “In an anthology featuring 17 men and women writing about their online dating experiences, it would be simple to fall into a space where gushing and bashing replaces introspection and emotions. She’s very, very talented and I’m sure “Cairo in White” is only the first of many wonderful books.” – Nels Hanson, James. “Kelly Ann Jacobson is a natural writer, with a fluent and musical prose rich in detail, and a special gift for narration, a keen sense for the way a good story unfolds for the reader. “A gem of a story dealing with self-identity and set against the vivid backdrops of modern-day America and Egypt.” -Tim Wendel, author Castro’s Curveball and Habana Libre Wholly engaging and absolutely artful.” -Brandi Dawn Henderson, author Whereabouts: Stepping Out of Place I couldn’t put it down, nor could I choose which protagonist I was most drawn to. With grace and great detail, Cairo in White speaks of loneliness and love, of expectation of self versus obligation, and of cultures starkly different but, ultimately, blurred. “Kelly Jacobson brilliantly weaves the coming-of-age story of a headstrong Egyptian daughter, Aisha, with the remembered regrets of the mother who raised her within narrative so smooth the reader only remembers to pause during moments when Jacobson’s lyricism glints so brightly one must slow to admire. ”Anchored by family, culture and love, this story about enduring relationships is a joy to read.” – Kirkus Reviews Her short fiction has been published in places such as Northern Virginia Review, New Plains Review, and Iron Horse Literary Review. Kelly also writes young adult speculative novels under her pen name, Annabelle Jay. Kelly is the author of several novels, and her work can be found at. She recently received her MA in Fiction at Johns Hopkins University, and is now working toward her PhD in Fiction at Florida State University.

Kelly Ann Jacobson is a fiction writer, poet, and lyricist who lives in Falls Church, Virginia.

Whereabouts by Brandi Dawn Henderson