A Southern California native, Louisa Bacio can't imagine living far away from the ocean. The multi-published author of paranormal and contemporary erotic romance enjoys writing within all realms – from short stories to full-length novels. Bacio shares her household with a supportive husband, two daughters growing "too fast," and a multitude pet craziness: Three dogs, too many fish tanks, an aviary, hamsters, rabbits and a guinea pig. In her other life, she teaches college classes in English, journalism and popular culture.