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I was born in Lafayette, Louisiana, one of two children and grew up in Florida and Alabama. I later graduated from Auburn University Montgomery with a BS in Political Science and a minor in History.

My mother once asked me what I would do with a poly sci degree. At that moment I happened to have a romance novel in my hand, the author of which was a poly sci major. I quickly held it up and said, “Well, I can write romance novels!” How prophetic!

I specialize in configuration management, and I pursue my love of writing and history in my spare time.

I met my husband my first week living in New York City. While he does not share my love of books, he does support my writing wholeheartedly! We were married in November 2000, and now share a beautiful...more


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Here’s a snippet of Swirl Book 2, my newest WIP. This book has Willie and Joe circling each other. She has just been to the local arena where Joe is a forward for the San Diego Golden Eagles. After a wildly embarrassing scene (no–I’m not giving all the good parts away!) he has walked her to her car and is seriously thinking about kissing her. She is embarrassed and desperate to escape before s...

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The Cancan Dancer and the Duke
5.0 of 5 stars 5.00 avg rating — 1 rating — published 2012

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Description: Dalton and Karen are fire and water– literally. After years of learning to control his powers, Dalton is reaching out to others like him to help them tame theirs for the good of humanity. Resentful of her power’s effect on her life, Karen is looking to pretend she is just another normal woman. Helping humanity isn’t part of Karen’s plan and neither is Dalton, unless he can convince her that both he and humanity deserve a chance.
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"Who would you like to see read at our salon? Of course...it's all predicated on their availability. :)"
date: May 23, 2012 07:00PM
location: Mosaic Wine Bar, 3422 30th St., San Diego, CA, The United States
description: We are very excited to announce our first meeting will be held May 23rd at the Mosaic Wine Bar in San Diego.

Author line up:

Helen Kay Dimon – Award winning author of romance and romantic suspense
Lisa Kessler, author of paranormal romance
Dara Young, debut author of historical romance
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1) Drinks and food will be available for purchase from the bar
2) The venue holds a maximum of 40 people
3) Like all the Lady Jane’s Salons, we request a $5 donation or a gently used book
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