Barbara M. Hodges developed a love for words at an early age, the seeds planted by a mother who read to her from as far back as she can remember. She lives in Nipomo, California and shares her life with her husband Jeff, two basset hounds and a sassy cat.

Barbara has been published in both fiction and non-fiction, and her first novel, The Blue Flame, was a finalist in the Independent eBook Awards. Her other fiction novels include, The Sword and The Flame, co-authored with C.R. MacPhadrick, The Emerald Dagger released June 2003, and two fiction novels under contract for later release, Romeo's Angel and The Silver Angel.

Barbara M. Hodges can be reached by Email: bassetbarb@aol.com Or visit her website: http://barbarahodges.gobot.com