Dee DeTarsio

Dee DeTarsio is an award-winning author based in Southern California, known for her engaging fiction across multiple genres. Her works include the Kindle bestsellers "'Til Somebody Loves You" and "ROS," as well as the holiday novel "Ginger Krinkles," which won the 2015 New Apple Book Award for both its content and cover design. Other notable titles include "All My Restless Life to Live," winner of the 2014 National Indie Excellence Awards, and "Haole Wood," which earned the San Diego Book Award and was a finalist in the Next Generation Indie Book Awards.

Before pursuing writing full-time, DeTarsio built a career in television production, working for CBS and NBC affiliates in Tucson and San Diego. She also served as a producer and writer for SeaWorld's entertainment department, an experience that likely influenced her dynamic storytelling style. Her novels often blend humor, romance, and relatable characters, with works like "The Scent of Jade" and "The Kitchen Shrink" earning recognition as finalists in the San Diego Book and Writing Awards.

DeTarsio continues to expand her literary repertoire, recently venturing into historical fiction with "Suellen," set in the Gone With the Wind era. Her ability to craft compelling narratives across genres has solidified her reputation as a versatile and accomplished writer.
Standalone Novels
# Title Year
1 The Scent of Jade 2010
2 The Kitchen Shrink 2011
3 Haole Wood 2012
4 All My Restless Life to Live 2013
5 Ros 2014
6 Ginger Krinkles 2014
7 Luellen & Lucy 2016
8 Brandy, You're a Fine Girl 2023
Short Stories/Novellas
# Title Year
1 'Til Somebody Loves You 2014