Crystal McKinnis Allen’s career includes several years as a journalist before becoming a communications consultant in far-flung metropolises, including Boston, Manhattan, and Silicon Valley. Her work has appeared in the Boston Business Journal, European Pharmaceutical Executive, and MetroActive, a popular Silicon Valley weekly.
She now lives in Las Vegas with her husband, Ken, and their two rescue cats – an affectionate Ragdoll named Pia Zadorable, and an adventurous bullseye tabby named Amon-Ra. She is currently mastering the art of desert landscaping. The Initiation of Lady de Winter is her first co-written novel.
Carole McKinnis is a self-taught historian with a library of more than a thousand books on the European Renaissance and Reformation. Her research includes an extensive examination of the lives of King James, his son, Charles, Infanta Maria Anna of Spain, and other fascinating historical characters of the Reformation era. A professionally trained opera singer, Carol performed in theatrical productions of The Mikado, Kiss Me Kate, Lil’ Abner, and other popular musicals.
While raising four children, she was also an art dealer for a gallery featuring local talent. Today, she lives in Las Vegas with her husband, Bill, and their sweet, silver-gray American bulldog, Brittany. The Initiation of Lady de Winter is her first co-written novel.
