I grew up in the small city in Wisconsin, on the western tip of Lake Superior. The lake itself was a big influence in my life. I spent many summer days sitting on the beach, looking out over the endless expanse of water, notebook and pen in hand. The shores of Lake Superior are some of the most beautiful and romantic in the country, and I could not help but be inspired to write GREAT romances! Needless to say, a lot of the love scenes in my books take place on beaches! more...