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Austin, Texas, The United States

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Colleen Shannon's ancestor signed the Texas Declaration of Independence and her West Texas roots give her the optimistic yet inquiring viewpoint that she tries to reflect in her books. Believing in the redeeming power of love, the benefits of knowledge, with a bit of sprituality included, are the elements she most enjoys in books and that's what she tries to write. With a bit of humor thrown in for spice!

The strength of her first book for Berkley many years ago led to her nomination by Romantic Times as Best New Historical Author. She went on to win and/or be nominated for numerous other awards, including a Kiss Award for all three heroes of her Fairy Tale trilogy which she wrote for Dorchester Books.

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It's been so long since I posted anything I just thought I'd say I'm still alive, haven't caught covis though it did break up my critique group. I miss it a lot and haven't written much without it.

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Texas Rangers (3 books)
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Heaven (2 books)
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