About the Author:
Cindy has her Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems from Weber State College, Ogden, Utah. She became a Programmer/Analyst for an aerospace company before becoming too ill to work. Her illness progressed from Mono and Epstein-Barr virus in the 1980s to Chronic Fatigue Immune Dysfunction Syndrome (CFIDS) and Fibromyalgia in the 1990s.
She grew up on a farm and had been active her whole life which made being bed-ridden very difficult. Although she had always enjoyed some form of writing, like plays, short stories, and magazine articles, she began writing her first manuscript in bed to keep her mind active.
Laura Hillenbrand, who wrote Seabiscuit, was a true inspiration to her. Because Laura also has CFIDS, Cindy realized even though it might take her longer to see her dream of becoming published come true, she could still accomplish that dream. "These illnesses can challenge a person both mentally and physically, but that doesn't have to stop you." Although she might not be able to do all that other writers do, she could still give it what she has.
She also wanted to write the kind of books she believes in. "I believe a book should put you through all the emotions, provide a happy escape and also teach you a little something." When she's up to it, she also enjoys wildlife painting, scrapbooking, and antique wood refinishing and collecting.
She lives in West Jordan, Utah with her supportive husband, two very special Asperger's Syndrome boys and two rowdy dogs. She is currently working on another romantic suspense and hopes she can be an inspiration to other challenged writers.
