Books
I write science fiction and contemporary stories that focus on friendships, family relationships, coming of age, and plots inspired by history and science. My books are both lighthearted and thoughtful, exploring meaningful themes with a dash of humor.
My stories don’t include swearing, graphic violence, or open-door romance. I strive to create wholesome stories that a wide audience can enjoy!
The Time Travel Team: The Great Historic Mystery
I independently published this novel in 2018, and I plan to publish a revised and updated edition in the near future. Stay tuned for updates!
When Tyme Newton, a brilliant young engineer, finds an intriguing book left by her ancestor, the renowned scientist Isaac Newton, she discovers a centuries-old mystery and a secret that will change her life as well as the lives of her three best friends. Aided by their recently discovered superpowers, the newly formed Time Travel Team must travel back and forth in time to collect and decipher clues from their famous historical ancestors. As blackouts and earthquakes shake the Village of Chagrin Falls, they encounter a strange disappearance, a nemesis with a dark power, and a fascinating other dimension. But if the Time Travel Team fails to solve the Great Historic Mystery in time, then the world will be destroyed—and with it, the legacy of four historical geniuses. The first novel in Jordyn Hartenson’s science fiction series is an electrifying trip through history, as enigmas are revealed, discoveries are made, and the universe is impacted forever.
Note: Amazon is the only reliable link. This book has been stolen and copied on other sites, such as AbeBooks, so the versions sold on those sites aren’t my original work.
Reviews
“[The author] is clearly enamored with all things scientific, and she strives to instill her passion for learning and the arts in her YA readers…. A winsome tale with a reverence for science and the humanities.” — Kirkus Indie Reviews
“The Time Travel Team is an intricate middle grade fantasy that lauds inventiveness and science…. Historical scenes—as when the girls travel back to the moments before Orville Wright’s first flight—are detailed and fun, featuring intelligent, creative people whose shared ideas contribute to the betterment of society.” — Foreword Clarion Reviews
Works in Progress
These projects are currently in the drafting, editing, or querying stages.
Sequel to The Great Historic Mystery
Tyme Newton and her friends embark on another world-saving mission.
Status: Pending
Time Travel WIP
Twins separated at birth must travel through time with their long-lost mother to stop a meteorite from hitting the earth.
Status: Editing
Contemporary WIP Series
An episodic series of YA novels that explores family relationships from all angles.
Status: Outlining
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