Maggie Brendan is a highly accomplished author in the realm of inspirational and historical romance novels. Hailing from the United States, she has won numerous awards for her writing, including the 2013 Laurel Wreath Award, the 2014 Book Buyers Best Award, and is a two-time finalist for the Heart of Excellence Readers Choice Award and the Published Maggie Award of Excellence. She is a bestselling author in the Christian Booksellers Association (CBA) and has written several series, including Heart of the West and The Blue Willow Brides.\n \nBrendan's writing is characterized by her ability to weave compelling stories of love and inspiration, set against the backdrop of historical settings. For instance, in her Heart of the West series, the first book, No Place for a Lady, follows the journey of Crystal Clark, who leaves her life in Georgia to start anew on her aunt's ranch in Aspengold, Colorado. Upon arriving, she meets the ranch's foreman, Luke, and immediately falls in love. Brendan's ability to create engaging characters and vivid settings has captivated readers and critics alike.
In addition to her writing, Brendan is an active member of several professional organizations, including Romance Writers of America, Faith Love and Hope, Georgia Romance Writers, and The Author's Guild. She enjoys all things western and conducting research for her historical novels. Readers can connect with Brendan through her website, MaggieBrendan.com, and her blog, SouthernBelleWriter.blogspot.com. She is also active on Twitter under the handle @MaggieBrendan.