Shana Galen is an award-winning writer and bestselling author of over fifty historical romances. Kirkus said of her books: "The road to happily-ever-after is intense, conflicted, suspenseful and fun." <em>RT Bookreviews</em> described her writing as “lighthearted yet poignant, humorous yet touching." Shana taught middle and high school English in Houston’s inner city for more than a decade. She is also dedicated to animal rescue and advocacy. She writes full time, surrounded by four rescued cats and one spoiled rescue dog. She's happily married and has a daughter who is most definitely a romance heroine in the making.