Hi. I'm Allison Lane, an award-winning author who has enjoyed a lifelong affair with books. I was born in Minnesota, earned degrees in mathematics and computer science from the University of Illinois, then embarked on careers designing computer software and teaching classical piano before settling on writing Regency romances. Among my many awards is the Romantic Times Career Achievement Award and finaling for RWA's RITA award. I have a fabulous dog named Midas, who pinch-hits for me whenever I have to supply publicity photos - he looks so much cuter than I do. Besides writing, my favorite activity is traveling, which I indulge in as often as possible. I've lived all over the country, but currently reside in California with my husband.