Audrey Carnes
Hi! I'm an Ohio girl (go Bucks!) transplanted to the Pacific Northwest. I love small town America, food-based festivals, and happily-ever-afters. I write each book to give you a big helping of both love and laughter.
I most frequently can be found on Facebook, where I share funny tidbits from my life and free/sale sweet romance. I also have a newsletter that I send two or three times a month - you can join at subscribepage.io/applecreetsweet
Thanks for reading my stories and I look forward to hearing from you!
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My mission as an author is to help my readers see the human race in a more compassionate light. To look deeper at one another rather than instantly passing judgement. To extend empathy despite our differences. And I package it all up in fun, compelling, maybe slightly fantastical stories.
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Katie O'Connor
Katie O’Connor lives in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. She married her high school sweetheart and is living her happily ever after. She is the mother of two grown daughters and is extremely proud of her five grandchildren.
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Katie’s career path has been long and twisted, with most of her life devoted to her family. She’s been a waitress, chambermaid, cashier, store manager, as well as a lab and x-ray technician. She is an avid quilter and crafter. She finds inspiration and relaxation in the wilds of Alberta.
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