Building on a background of fantasy game design, a fascination with history, and a lifetime love of books, award-winning author Claire Ashgrove brings to life action-filled, passionate journeys of the heart. Most noteably known for her involvement in the romance community, she writes under four pen names and has published over thirty novels in the romance and fantasy genres. She can also be found in the high school classroom teaching English. In her "free" time, she enjoys cooking and spending time with her children on their small Missouri farm.