Sheila Athens
SHEILA ATHENS writes smart contemporary women's fiction set where the South meets the Sunshine state. Her stories are about women seeking to find the peace we all deserve—whether they’re battling an external foe or an internal one (or both). Readers are drawn to her work because they believe that everyday heroes can make a difference in our world. Her debut novel, THE TRUTH ABOUT LOVE, was a finalist for the prestigious Romance Writers of America’s Golden Heart award, and her stories always have strong romantic elements. Please visit her on the web at www.sheilaathens.com.
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