PIPER’S PURGATORY evolved from an old recollection. Really old. A million years ago—back when I was in high school. Creative Writing was my favorite class. Our teacher was innovative and kept all the students engaged. I wrote an 8-page short story called WIDOW’S TALE in that high school course. Flash forward many years, and that short story evolved into a 300-page romantic suspense novel that finalized at the RWA’s Golden Heart awards.   But, let’s get back to that class. It was high school. I was young. Too young to appreciate the classics. We were assigned to read Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte. And wow, love it, I did! But, this class was more than just about reading a classic. To help us fully grasp the characters, our teacher turned the class into Purgatory, and we held a trial on whether Heathcliff should head north or south. This wasn’t a philosophical or an inspirational class. The assignment was to dissect Heathcliff and delve deep into his motivations. Each student played a character in the book and took turns questioning the poor student who portrayed Heathcliff. I was Joseph, the old servant. It wasn’t a reach for me to portray an…

Writes: Young adult and romantic suspense. My latest release, BENEATH, is a young adult adventure romance. It’s like a Disney adventure movie, but with a “best friend’s brother” romance thrown in! About: Former software technician turned romance novelist seeks readers who enjoy adventure, fantasy, and romance on–or below–the Atlantic Ocean. What I’m looking for in my ideal reader match: Must have an overactive imagination. Must like anything with mozzarella on it. Would rather read a book than watch the news. Is always looking for an adventure. Secretly wishes she could travel to another planet. Is fascinated by shipwrecks and ocean voyages. Loves a good romance! What to expect if we’re compatible: Books with page-turning adventure. “Head in the stars” romance. Way too many pictures of my Corgi. Newsletter updates with fun stuff you don’t find on the Facebook page. Plenty of giveaways! So many hugs! BENEATH by Maureen A. Miller An overnight fishing trip on the Atlantic Ocean… It was Stella Gullaksen’s final break before starting her freshman year at college. Joining her best friend, Jill, and Jill’s family aboard the STARKISSED, Stella wakes to a violent storm that capsizes the boat over a hundred miles off the New Jersey…