ECPA bestselling author Amanda Barratt, fell in love with writing in grade school when she wrote her first story - a spinoff of Jane Eyre. Now, Amanda writes inspirational historical romance, penning stories that transport readers to a variety of locales - from the sweeping coastline of Newport, Rhode Island, to the rugged landscape of Central Texas. A member of American Christian Fiction Writers, she lives in the woods of Michigan with her fabulous family, who kindly put up with the invisible people she calls characters.These days, Amanda can be found reading way too many books, watching an eclectic mix of BBC dramas and romantic chick flicks, and trying to figure out a way to get on the first possible flight to England. You can connect with her at: amandabarratt.net and on Facebook at: Facebook.com/amandabarrattauthor