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Janet Roberts

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Janet Roberts is a former global leader in cybersecurity education and award winning novelist. Her books are set partially in Western PA, where her roots run deep. Her readers know to expect a female character who awakens to the discovery of her own inner strength while facing adversity. Wired For Magic (2026) and What Lies We Keep (2024) include elements of cybersecurity. A member of WFWA and PGH Sisters in Crime, she lives in Pittsburgh and loves travel, wandering through bookstores, reading on her porch swing, and sharing a bottle of wine with friends. Find her at https://www.booksbyjanetroberts.com/, Substack https://letsstartwithacoffee.substack... or on Instagram @janetroberts77.

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Janet Roberts I have more trouble finding time to write than I do with writer's block. But, I do get writer's block, primarily when my stress level is too high. I u…moreI have more trouble finding time to write than I do with writer's block. But, I do get writer's block, primarily when my stress level is too high. I usually take a long walk, preferably by a water, read a good book, go to a movie, or just meditate until I'm relaxed enough to let the creative thoughts flow.(less)
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Janet Roberts I've been writing and making up stories since I was about 7 years old, so I would say it's like breathing to me. I guess the best thing is how it make…moreI've been writing and making up stories since I was about 7 years old, so I would say it's like breathing to me. I guess the best thing is how it makes me feel. I feel happy and fulfilled, when I'm writing. Like I'm doing what I was born to do.(less)
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Average rating: 4.18 · 188 ratings · 86 reviews · 5 distinct works • Similar authors
What Lies We Keep
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