Maddie Jane lives near the beach in Christchurch, New Zealand, with her husband, three children and a very hairy dog. She has a journalism qualification as well as a degree in history and English literature from Canterbury University. She started reading romance novels when she was far too young and hasn't stopped. When she isn't reading or writing she likes walking on the beach and planning her characters' happy ever afters. She enjoys holidays, movies with happy endings and spending time with her family and friends.