About Me
About Rachel
Rachel Knapp is an escape artist. She’s known to disappear from her grown-up life to immerse herself in the imaginative worlds found in YA fantasy and sci-fi.
Her work has been published online for Havok, and its been accepted for publication by Brimstone Publishing. She’s won first place in fantasy for her novel-in-progress at Blue Ridge Mountain Christian Writers’ Conference.
When not writing and reading, Rachel enjoys dressing up in medieval-inspired costumes and creating short-form videos. Those who put up with these antics include her husband, Ed, and Darcy, the big white dog.
What’s with the Flying Pig?
Have you heard the old, old saying, “when pigs fly?” People used to say it about things they deemed far-fetched. But were they REALLY impossible?
Space travel, handheld computers, meatless bacon. All of these were impossible, once upon a time. That last one, probably, still should be.
What’s the one thing you long to accomplish in your life, but you believe is impossible? For me, it’s writing and publishing a YA Fantasy novel. I’ve held back because I’m pretty average, like the lowly pig.
Being common is a good start, though. Just about every Young Adult novel begins with a seemingly ordinary character, taking on an extraordinary task. Like them, I’m ready to do the impossible. Try my wings. Write that book.
Are you with me, friend? Doing impossible things is tough, on your own. Ask Frodo and Sam. They’d all tell you. Even in fiction, no one accomplishes the impossible, without a team.
I’d love to keep you updated on the status of my book, and on what I learn along the way. Hopefully, this will encourage you on your own journey. It’s time for us Pigasi to fly. You can
DO THE IMPOSSIBLE.
