K. A. Applegate is an American author, born on July 19, 1956, in Ann Arbor, Michigan. She specializes in children's literature and is known for her work in this genre. Applegate's writing has garnered critical acclaim and a dedicated readership, particularly for her engaging storytelling suited for younger audiences. She has created memorable characters and stories that resonate with children, making her a prominent figure in children's literature.
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Age (Today)
Your next birthday is 268 days away.
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Time Zone - America/Detroit (5:0 W)
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October 9, 1956 Facts
Generation Group
K. A. Applegate belongs to the Baby Boomers group.
Place of Birth: Ann Arbor
Occupation: science fiction writer | novelist | children's writer | writer
Spouses: Michael Grant
Awards Received: Josette Frank Award | Newbery Medal
Astrology Analysis
Note: This birth chart is calculated using the date and place of birth, with the time set to noon (12:00 PM) local time. While this provides accurate planetary positions for most celestial bodies, the Ascendant (Rising Sign) and house cusps are not calculated since they require precise birth time. For a complete astrological analysis including houses and rising sign, please provide the exact birth time.
Ephemeris for October 9, 1956
Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on October 9, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for October 9, 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun | 16 Libra 22 | 16 Libra 39 | 25 Sagittarius 45 |
| Moon | 23 Sagittarius 38 | 22 Taurus 10 | 24 Gemini 28 |
| Mercury | 28 Virgo 43 | 4 Scorpio 29 | 13 Capricorn 54 |
| Venus | 4 Virgo 4 | 24 Virgo 49 | 27 Scorpio 24 |
| Mars | 13 Pisces 9 | 11 Scorpio 50 | 5 Aries 46 |
| Jupiter | 19 Virgo 24 | 23 Cancer 27 | 0 Libra 17 |
| Saturn | 0 Sagittarius 20 | 27 Pisces 0 | 8 Sagittarius 6 |
| Uranus | 6 Leo 30 | 1 Gemini 1 | 6 Leo 27 |
| Neptune | 29 Libra 38 | 0 Aries 18 | 1 Scorpio 59 |
| Pluto | 29 Leo 45 | 1 Aquarius 21 | 0 Virgo 23 |
| Rahu | 1 Sagittarius 7 | 16 Pisces 34 | 27 Scorpio 27 |
| Ketu | 1 Gemini 7 | 16 Virgo 34 | 27 Taurus 27 |
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Astrology Transits Analysis for Year 2026
Note: Multiple transits occurring in close proximity often signify a major event in a person's life.K. A. Applegate's 2026 Transits to Natal Planets
- Saturn opposition Mercury
Exact: 10 February, 2026 - Saturn sextile Ketu
Exact: 02 March, 2026 - Mars aspects Sun
Exact: 22 March, 2026 - Mars opposition Sun
Exact: 01 May, 2026 - Mars aspects Rahu
Exact: 21 May, 2026 - Ketu conjunction Venus
Exact: 21 May, 2026 - Mars aspects Moon
Exact: 20 June, 2026 - Mars conjunction Ketu
Exact: 30 June, 2026 - Mars opposition Saturn
Exact: 30 June, 2026 - Mars opposition Rahu
Exact: 30 June, 2026 - Jupiter trine Saturn
Exact: 30 June, 2026 - Jupiter trine Rahu
Exact: 10 July, 2026 - Mars square Mercury
Exact: 09 August, 2026 - Jupiter trine Moon
Exact: 28 October, 2026 - Mars square Saturn
Exact: 27 November, 2026 - Mars square Rahu
Exact: 27 November, 2026 - Mars conjunction Venus
Exact: 07 December, 2026
