Once a dangerous goods handler, betting agent and administration manager, Shannon Curtis is now an award-winning HarperCollins author as well as an experienced business consultant providing copy, content, marketing and business strategy services to clients. She has presented to local writers groups and clients for the last ten years (so she lives what she teaches!) and been a guest speaker for RWA and ARRA, as well as workshop moderator and presenter. Published in contemporary romance, paranormal and suspense in both the indie and traditional market, Shannon has also worked closely with the RWA Executive for many years, holding the roles of Conference Co-ordinator and Administrative Assistant.