Melinda Craig

If I started with anything, it would be my love of books and writing (to me, you can't write without loving to read). I digest as much fantasy and cozy mysteries as I can get my hands on, which is probably the main reason I write in those genres.

I am a mom to four beautiful and sometimes rotten children, which makes early or nighttime writing a must in my world. I spend way too much time on Pinterest looking at office ideas for a writing studio, author notes, tips, good book suggestions, and a thousand other things! I read a lot, and that about sums it up.

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