The achingly beautiful and eternally melancholy Cole not only serves as a welcome distraction from her long-time crush, Elwin, but also eases the heartache that persists since the sudden passing of her younger brother, Junior, four years earlier.

As the intrigue of her relationship with Cole deepens, so too does the mystery that surrounds a growing phenomenon sweeping through her small West Virginian town, transforming the lives of its residents. Around her, two bedroom cottages are transforming into mansions without explanation and residents are waking up to bank balances that have tripled overnight, all under the watchful gaze of the sinister American Laboratory for Particle Physics, located on the outskirts of town.

As Abbey searches for answers in a bid to solve the mystery in partnership with Elwin, she’s forced into a realization that that some things are better left buried, including her newfound love, Cole.

This cautionary tale of heartache and obsession explores the endless possibilities of the universe and its devastating impact on two young lovers from different worlds.

In The Beginning There Was Us is the second young adult novel from author Ingrid Jonach, published 28 April 2015. It is available in ebook format (ePub ISBN: 978-0-9942305-2-2/Mobi ISBN: 978-0-9942305-3-9) from:

Amazon US
Amazon UK
Amazon Australia
Smashwords

Readers have said:

Even if you aren’t big on the sci-fi aspect, this book tells the story of an incredible romance with its ups and downs and has complex characters that will stick with you well past the end (talk about a book hangover!). 5/5, for sure.
- The AP Book Club

This book is twisted and bizarre, and insane, and so awesome and unexplainably sweet. #Iliterallycant.
- Nerdy Champagne

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When sixteen-year-old Lillie Hart meets the gorgeous and mysterious Tom Windsor-Smith for the first time, it’s like fireworks — for her, anyway. Tom looks as if he would be more interested in watching paint dry; as if he is bored by her and by her small Nebraskan town in general.

But as Lillie begins to break down the walls of his seemingly impenetrable exterior, she starts to suspect that he holds the answers to her reoccurring nightmares and to the impossible memories which keep bubbling to the surface of her mind — memories of the two of them, together and in love.

When she at last learns the truth about their connection, Lillie discovers that Tom has been hiding an earth-shattering secret; a secret that is bigger — and much more terrifying and beautiful — than the both of them. She also discovers that once you finally understand that the world is round, there is no way to make it flat again.

An epic and deeply original sci-fi romance, taking inspiration from Albert Einstein’s theories and the world-bending wonder of true love itself.

When the World was Flat (and we were in love) is the debut young adult novel from author Ingrid Jonach, first published by Strange Chemistry 3 September 2013 and re-released 1 January 2015. It is available in ebook format (ePub ISBN: 978-0-9942305-1-5/Mobi ISBN: 978-0-9942305-0-8) from:

Amazon US
Amazon UK
Amazon Australia
Smashwords

Readers have said:

I’ve never had such a powerful impact from a book before – I can’t stop thinking about the story and the characters – just wondering about it all… This book is unlike anything I’ve ever read before. There are so many complex and mind-bending elements to it – not to mention the mystery, action, and the romance.
- A Dream within a Dream

The mystery surrounding the two is so clever and interesting, and the whole sci-fi element is outstanding. The author holds on to the secrets throughout the novel and I was blown away the minute that they started to unravel.
– Kate Ormand

WTWWF is a wonderful combination of mystery, confusion, love and science. You will get drawn into this amazing world, your perceptions will change and you will be captivated all the way to the amazing conclusion.
– Book Nerd Reviews

When the World Was Flat (and we were in love) by Ingrid Jonach is a compelling and outstanding masterpiece weaving in mystery, mind-bending twists, alternate dimensions and an epic love altogether seamlessly. Perfect for fans of parallel universe and time travel romance novels like me, which makes this book perfect for me. You wouldn’t be able to stop thinking about it long after you have finished reading it.
- Oops! I Read a Book Again

When the World Was Flat (and we were in love) stands out from the rest with its realistic teenage characters, believable romance, wit and invention.
- K. J. Taylor, author of The Fallen Moon and The Risen Sun Trilogies.

Jonach drew me in and ensnared me in her story—a fantastic blend of love, mystery and science. When the World was Flat (and we were in love) is a journey into the possibility of every moment and the myriads of self that may exist simultaneously and the resilience and perseverance of love.
– Donna Maree Hanson, author of Rayessa and the Space Pirates.

When The World Was Flat (And We Were In Love) is a thoroughly original, dimension-hopping love story. The fusion of the dreamlike plot and the completely believable characters makes for an addictive read. Lillie, her friends and her mother stay in the mind for long after the final page has been turned.
- Jack Heath, award-winning author of the Lab and Money Run.

The plot of this book is very unusual but it all centers around one thing: love. The relationship between Tom and Lillie is truly heart-wrenching. I caught myself tearing up on more than one occasion. A truly tragic and beautiful story about young lovers.
- Brittany’s Book Rambles

This is a book that is so beautifully written it reads almost like a movie narrator guiding you through the vivid imagery that the author has created. This book was fascinating from the first page, to the very last. It was, by far, THE best book I have ever read.
- Ladybug Literature

I would definitely recommend this for anyone who enjoys hard science fiction, or for someone who is looking for a science fiction romance novel with seriously flawed characters who you can’t help but fall in love with. I honestly don’t know what to compare this too, because it is so original and hauntingly beautiful and so many other things.
- The A.P. Book Club

It was beautiful to read it unfold. It was like watching Romeo and Juliet guest staring in The Time Traveler’s Wife, and the ending had me undone… This is a beautiful, well thought out, wonderful story and I recommend it to anyone who loves YA, with a side of science fiction.
- Julie Darley

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For ages seven and up.

Frankie goes to France is the sequel to the popular Frank Frankie chapter book, published by Pan Macmillan Australia in July 2008. It is available in print (ISBN: 9780330424141) and ebook formats from:

Pan Macmillan Australia
Booktopia

Readers have said:

If you liked The Frank Frankie; the newspaper that helps people, you’ll love this sequel.
- Lisa Korycki, Bendigo Advertiser

Ingrid Jonach touches on the serious topics of decision making and relationships whilst still maintaining an upbeat storyline… This novel is perfect for reading out loud and will have you smiling and laughing the whole way through.
- Steph Reed, Mudgee Guardian and Gulgong Advertiser

I enjoyed reading this book. I found it very funny the way Frankie talks and tells her story.
- Nicholas, 7, The Adelaide Advertiser

When Frankie meets a real life journalist, she decides to start her own newspaper. But a newspaper needs news, so soon Frankie is revealing her family secrets in print to every house in the neighbourhood!

For ages seven and up.

The Frank Frankie is the debut children’s chapter book from Ingrid Jonach, published by Pan Macmillan Australia in June 2007. It’s sequel, Frankie goes to France, was published in July 2008. It is available in print (ISBN: 9780330423267) and ebook formats from:

Pan Macmillan Australia
Booktopia

Readers have said:

An engaging story about a delightfully energetic little girl with a passion for words.
- Wendy Noble, Good Reading

Every aspect of this book is fun, from the chapter titles to the line drawings that capture so perfectly the non-stop activity and the characters.
- ED, Reading Time

I love a kids’ chapter book that aims so directly at its audience, you can hear the bulls-eye thud of its literary arrow.
-Tania McCartney, Australian Women Online

This book is very amusing and full of funny phrases and jokes… I think this is a very well written book. It is funny with a good storyline. I will recommend it to all of my friends so that they can enjoy it too.
- Charlotte, 12, Monitor Online

A perfect interpretation of a grade four girl’s life – two thumbs up!
- Caitlin, 10, The Examiner

But what happens when his kids get lost underneath all his gadgets and gizmos?

This is a heart-warming story that uses rhyming and nonsensical language to captivate its audience in collaboration with an array of fascinating illustrations.

A Lot of Things is the first picture book from Ingrid Jonach, published October 2005. It is available in print format (ISBN: 9780975774106) from:

Amazon

Readers have said:

Not only does this lovely book work beautifully on a verbal level, its busy-bee pictures will entrance little eyes, boggling at the collection of junk strewn from here to over there.
- KBR Team, Kids Book Review