With over 25 years of experience as an automotive mechanic, R.A. Lingenfelter never envisioned herself as an award-winning author, let alone an International Gold Medal recipient or an IMDb-certified director and producer recognized at numerous international film festivals. Her journey from the garage to the literary and cinematic spotlight is a testament to her unexpected talents and relentless pursuit of creativity. R.A. has embraced her dual passions, seamlessly blending her technical background with her artistic aspirations, and proving that one’s career path can take surprising turns.

R.A. attributes much of her success to a robust network of support and collaboration, recognizing that the journey of writing and filmmaking is rarely a solitary endeavor. Her work has garnered critical acclaim, drawing comparisons to popular series like Suzanne Collins’ Hunger Games and Veronica Roth’s Divergent. However, R.A. is determined to carve out a distinctive voice that reflects her individuality, ensuring that her stories resonate with authenticity and originality. This commitment to uniqueness is a driving force behind her creative process, as she strives to engage readers and viewers alike.

Each year, R.A.’s appreciation for her late father deepens, as he was instrumental in nurturing her creative spirit, even encouraging her darkly humorous musings about revenge after a challenging workplace experience. Rather than succumbing to bitterness, she channels her energy into crafting intricate narratives filled with imaginative worlds and complex characters. Her book series, Order & Chaos (previously called Small Sacrifices), a dystopian fantasy, was set to debut at the 2020 Denver Comicon, but the pandemic altered those plans. Despite facing challenges, including social media bans, the series has achieved remarkable success, winning nine international book awards and twelve accolades for its trailers. R.A. is poised to release the fifth and final installment in 2025, after which she will embark on new projects, including another fantasy series and a dark thriller slated for release later that year.