Dorothea Benton Frank is a well-regarded American author of Southern fiction, hailing from South Carolina. She has established a strong presence in the publishing industry with her unique brand of fiction. Frank has built an extensive backlog of works and has become a respected figure among her peers and contemporaries. Her writing is highly regarded and has earned her a place as a New York Times best-selling author.
Before becoming a novelist, Frank worked in the apparel industry from 1972 until 1985. She then transitioned to organizing fundraisers as a volunteer. These experiences gave her a rich background that would later inform her writing. Frank is best known for her Lowcountry Tales series, which is set in the Lowcountry of South Carolina. The series showcases her deep connection to the region and its people.
Frank is the author of twenty novels, all of which are placed in and around the Lowcountry of South Carolina. Her writing is infused with her love for the region, as well as her passion for cooking, fly fishing, and traveling. She splits her time between the Lowcountry of South Carolina and New Jersey, giving her a unique perspective that is reflected in her work. Frank's most recent novel, Queen Bee, was published in May 2019.