Since her debut novel THE BAREFOOT BRIDE was originally published, bestselling author Rebecca Paisley has become known for creating her very own unique brand of magic on the page.She decided early in her career to write the sort of books she wanted to read--books with characters whose thoughts mirrored her own, whose hearts were an offspring of hers. Her determination earned her a slot on the Publishers Weekly bestseller list and the Romance Writer's of America Honor Roll. She's been a RITA finalist, won the Romantic Times' "Lifetime Achievement Award" and "Career Achievement Award," a Reviewers' Choice Award for "Historical Romance Fantasy" and a "Best Love and Laughter" Award.New York Times bestselling author Lisa Kleypas says, "Looking for charm, imagination and laughter? All you need is Rebecca Paisley!"Rebecca currently lives in North Carolina with her menagerie of beloved pets, still believes in magic, and still relies on the "pixie voices in her head" to inspire her as she works on a brand new book.