Mari Manning

Mari Manning is the author of six contemporary romances. Two of her books, Holding Out for a Hero and Angel Without Wings were published in 2012 and 2013 respectively by Crimson Romance. Her most recent novels, Stranger at My Door and Stranger in the House are romantic suspense stories set in the Texas hill country. Mari is currently working on her third book in the “Stranger” series. In 2010, Mari was one of ten aspiring authors selected for RT’s “Writing with the Stars” feature. In 2011 she finaled in the Celtic Hearts Romance Writers’ “Gold Claddagh” contest. In 2013, Stranger at My Door was a finalist in the RWA Valley of the Sun’s “Hot Prospects” contest. Mari is a member of Romance Writers of America and the RWA Chicago North Chapter for which she serves on the Board. She resides in the Chicago area with her husband and has two grown children. Visit her website/blog at www.marimanning.com.