LORI FOSTER is a New York Times, USA Today and Publishers Weekly bestselling author whose sexy contemporary romance novels have sold over 10 million copies. She hosts the annual Reader & Author Get Together, facilitating interaction between readers, authors, and industry professionals while also donating all proceeds from raffles to local charities. Known for her alpha males who meet (and fall in love with) strong, independent women, sheโs been featured as a clue in the New York Times crossword puzzle and the USA Today โQuick Crossโ puzzle. She lives in Central Ohio and can be found online at LoriFoster.com.