McKinney, Amanda: - Amanda McKinney is the multi-award-winning author of more than thirty romantic suspense and thriller novels. Her books have received over fifteen literary awards and nominations, including the prestigious Daphne du Maurier Award for Excellence, and have been included in lists such as POPSUGAR's 12 Best Romance Books, and featured on the Today Show. Amanda lives in Arkansas with her handsome husband, two beautiful boys, and three obnoxious dogs, and enjoys hiking, daydreaming, and very dirty martinis.