Maureen McGowan

Maureen has always been making up stories—her mother called it lying, her teachers creative talent—but sidetracked by a persistent practical side, it took her a few years to channel her energy into writing novels. Before seeing the light, she was: an auditor, a knowledge engineer, a software development manager, a product development director and a hedge fund CFO. She finally pummeled her sensible side into submission to let her creative side run free. Aside from books and writing, she’s passionate about art, dance, films, fine handcrafted objects and shoes. Born and raised in various Canadian cities, (okay, born in one, raised in many), her previous career moved her to Northern California and Philadelphia for a number of years. She now lives and writes in Toronto, Canada