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I write the women’s fiction stories I love to read, both contemporary and historic tales of women and the rich lives they lead along their journeys of self-discovery. A lifetime admirer and longtime resident of Italy, I’m often guilty of sneaking the bel paese into my stories.

Award-winning author of five novels, one short story collection and coeditor of two historical fiction anthologies. Proud member of the Women's Fiction Writers Association (WFWA), and the Historical Novel Society.

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Kimberly Sullivan Hi Valentina! So glad to see you're a fellow women's fiction/historical author - aren't they fun genres? I love the Balkans, and especially Bulgaria -…moreHi Valentina! So glad to see you're a fellow women's fiction/historical author - aren't they fun genres? I love the Balkans, and especially Bulgaria - so much interesting history, achitecture, and great food. It's a great question. I've been in Italy for (gulp!) twenty-five years now, but even after all that time, its beauty and history still surprise me. I travel a lot, but still have so many places I need to see. Even in Rome, there's always one more church to discover, one minor museum I have't yet seen or a newly discovered Ancient Roman site I need to visit. The good news is - endless inspiration for future works! Happy writing - and traveling - to you, too!(less)
Kimberly Sullivan I read lots of fabulous books this summer (always one of my favorite reading seasons). But perhaps my favorites were: The Guest List (Lucy Foley), Wha…moreI read lots of fabulous books this summer (always one of my favorite reading seasons). But perhaps my favorites were: The Guest List (Lucy Foley), What the Lady Wants (Renee Rosen), The Switch (Beth O'Leary), and The Rose Code (Kate Quinn). And on the non-fiction side, loved Jason Riley's Maverick: A Biography of Thomas Sowell.(less)
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The views from the top of this 66 meter/216 feet tall  belltower are spectacular – well worth the 231 steps you must climb to get up there. Construction on this clock tower began in 1440. It was physically separated from its cathedral, Saint Andre, to protect the church structure from the vibrations caused by daily…
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"What a wonderful conglomeration of spirited women in history! With a central theme of feistiness and many talented writers, the individual stories in this anthology entertained me. This is a great book to gift to the feisty women in your life."
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“Always know your own worth. Don't ever let anyone allow you to doubt just how special you are.”
Kimberly Sullivan, In The Shadow of The Apennines

“Love makes liars of us all. Even the most honest and best intentioned of us will eventually resort to deception to see the one we pine for.”
Kimberly Sullivan, In The Shadow of The Apennines

“You have everything figured out, don’t you? I am not sure you have ever impressed me more than you have this evening,” said Janet, her words belying the fear that gnawed at her insides. But her admiration was real. In her modern world, Miss Chadwick, with the benefit of a broader education, could be the CEO of a multinational corporation or a politician. Most certainly a politician.”
Kimberly Sullivan, Dark Blue Waves

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Rico Lamoureux Nice to meet you, Kimberly:)
Feel free to stop by my daily blog here on GR whenever you're in the mood:)
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