LYNN MICHAELS, a three-time nominee for the Romance Writers of America’s RITA Award, is the author of more than a dozen books and one novella. Her books have consistently appeared on the Waldenbooks bestseller list. She lives in Independence, Missouri, with her husband, their two sons, and three cats she calls the Little Queens. One of her most cherished possessions is a misspelled writing award. Visit the author’s website at www.lynnmichaels.romance-central.com or write to her at P.O. Box 520756, Independence, MO 65052.