Meredith Bond http://www.meredithbond.com

Merry has loved reading historical romances ever since her mother placed a Georgette Heyer into her hands when she was a teenager. With nothing else to do after moving to the beautiful Berkshire Mountains in Massachusetts, Merry figured it would be an interesting way to spend her time, trying to write a Heyer-like book. Her efforts were rewarded with many wonderful rejection letters. Two kids later, she began her efforts at writing once again. This time she was one of the winners of the Royal Ascot contest and offered a two-book contract with Zebra books. The first two books of her Merry Men Quartet were published in 2004, the second two, Love of My Life and Dame Fortune will be published in the summer of 2005. Her first book, Miss Seton’s Sonata was a winner of the New Jersey Romance Writer’s Golden Leaf award. And she still manages to find time to read as many historical romances as she can!   #

Terri Brisbin http://www.terribrisbin.com

A 2005 RITA finalist and 2004 Winner of the RIO Award for Best Short Historical Romance, Terri Brisbin is the wife of one, mom of three and dental hygienist to hundreds. When not living the glamorous life of a romance writer in the southern NJ suburbs, Terri is active in professional organizations like the New Jersey Romance Writers, Romance Writers of America, American Dental Hygienists' Association and others. After her debut writing time travel romances for Berkley/Jove, Terri has now published eight historical romances with Harlequin and is writing more!   #

Kathryn Caskie http://www.kathryncaskie.com/

As a child, Kathryn Caskie wrote, illustrated and hand sold her own books to neighbors and friends for ten cents a piece. Until she was 13, and learned otherwise, she was convinced she'd invented the dime novel. Today Kathryn writes comedic Regency-set historical romances for Warner Books and Avon Books. Kathryn strongly believes in giving back to the organization that supported her on her journey to achieving her dream of seeing her work published. She is a long time WRW member and habitual volunteer for the chapter.  #

Anita Clenney http://www.anitaclenney.com

NY Times and USA Today bestselling author Anita Clenney grew up an avid reader, devouring Nancy Drew and Hardy Boys books before moving on to mysteries and romance. After working as a secretary, a Realtor, teacher’s assistant, booking agent for Aztec Fire Dancers, and a brief stint in a pickle factory (picture Lucy and Ethel--lasted half a day)…she realized she'd missed the fork in the road that led to her destiny. Now she spends her days writing mysteries and paranormal romantic suspense about Secret Warriors, Ancient Evil and Destined Love. Anita lives in suburban Virginia, outside Washington DC, with her husband and two kids. You can learn more about her writing at www.anitaclenney.com. Also find her on Facebook and Twitter.  #

Diana Cosby http://www.dianacosby.com/

After retiring from the Navy as a Meteorologist/ Oceanographer, with 29 moves behind her and having traveled through many more countries, Diana Cosby was anxious to create characters who reflected the amazing cultures and people she’s met over the years. Her first novel, His Captive, was published by Kensington Publishing Corp. in November 2007, and her second book in the MacGruder series, His Woman, will be released in December 2008. She plans to continue writing in medieval Scotland during the Bruce/Wallace era, a time period she finds fascinating and loves. Diana has many passions in life, but one that resonates in her life is that of giving. She firmly believe that each of us can make a positive difference in another person’s life. With each book she sells, she will tithe ten percent of her royalties to a charity of her choice.  #

Cecelia Dowdy http://www.ceceliadowdy.com

Cecelia Dowdy has been a member of WRW for several years, and has served on the WRW board as a former Unpublished Author Liaison. She has been an avid reader since she learned to string letters together to form words. Her third Christian romance novel, tentatively entitled John's Quest, is set to be released in March 2008. She also loves to bake delicious desserts during her spare time. Traveling is another favorite hobby, and she's been to various countries around the world. Currently, she is married with one child and works full time as an accountant.  #