Allen, Kathleen: - Authenticity and honesty are at the heart of building meaningful, lasting connections. So, in the spirit of transparency, I want to share with you that I write under a pen name. Don't worry-I'm not in witness protection, and yes, my family is fully aware that I write romance novels. Using a pen name allows me the freedom and creativity to craft the stories I love.I'm married to my college sweetheart, and together, we have two wonderful daughters. We call North Carolina home, where we enjoy firepits with friends, relaxing by the pool, quality family time, and cuddles with our Goldendoodle. We enjoy long weekend getaways and cruising, and I travel frequently for my day job. I love sharing those adventures with my readers-so be sure to follow me on all my social media platforms to keep up with the journey!