Lurlene McDaniel began writing inspirational novels about teenagers facing life-altering situations when her son was diagnosed with juvenile diabetes. โI want kids to know that while people donโt get to choose what life gives to them, they do get to choose how they respond,โ she has said. Her novels are hard-hitting and realistic, but also leave readers with inspiration and hope. McDanielโs bestselling books have received acclaim from readers, teachers, parents, and reviewers. They includeย The Year of Luminous Loveย and its companion,ย The Year of Chasing Dreams; Donโt Die, My Love; Till Death Do Us Part; and many more. Lurlene McDaniel lives in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Visit her online at LurleneMcDaniel.com and on Facebook and follow her on Twitter at @Lurlene_McD.