​     Melissa, a true country girl at heart, grew up in the heart of Iowa. Her childhood was shaped by adventures in the Midwest countryside and long summer days working in the fields. A proud Iowa State University graduate and dedicated Cyclone fan, she later moved to Harford County, Maryland, before settling in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, where she now lives with her husband and four children.

     In January 2020, Melissa stepped boldly into the world of writing, publishing her first novel and discovering her niche in mystery romance. Since then, she has written five standalone books, each rich with captivating plots, subtle clues, and emotional depth. Her stories draw readers in with their blend of suspense, heart, and small-town charm.

     Melissa’s passion for writing stems from a lifelong love of reading, which she credits as the foundation for her storytelling. She describes writing as “revealing a secret, one page at a time,” a philosophy that guides her work and connects her with readers who love a good mystery wrapped in romance.

     Whether crafting a new plot or cheering on the Cyclones, Melissa brings warmth, heart, and a bit of Iowa grit to everything she does.

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Someone asked me once why I wanted to write.

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          “What it comes down to is that I love to read. I love picking a book, looking at the cover, reading the back, opening it, diving right in, and getting lost in the pages, the characters, and the storyline. I love it when a plot sucks me right in, keeping me guessing or wanting to know what's going to happen next. I laugh and cry while reading; yes, I have done both. I stayed up too late to finish it and was terrified to be alone while reading because the story drew me in so much. I wanted to do that. I wanted to create that. I wanted to give someone else an experience with my stories.”