Although her degree is in business, DeAnna Julie Dodson's real interest has always been in literature, music and the fine arts. Medieval English history and Shakespeare are particular favorites of hers and, along with her Christian faith, have most influenced the three novels in her Chastelayne Trilogy. She loves cross stitch, quilting, Dallas Stars hockey, and her cats: Emily, Eloise and Elliot. DeAnna lives in the Dallas area.