Shirley Tallman is a successful American author, best known for her historical fiction novels. She was born in Los Angeles, California, and developed a love for writing at a young age. After moving to the San Francisco Bay Area as a teenager, Tallman pursued her passion for storytelling and obtained a BA degree in Radio and Television at San Jose State University.
During her career, Tallman has worn many hats, including working as a Traffic Manager, scriptwriter, and director for KNTV, a local ABC affiliate station. She also worked as a flight attendant for Pan American World Airlines, using her travels to gather ideas and inspiration for her future novels. Tallman's dedication to her craft paid off when she sold her first novel, leading to a successful career as a writer.
Tallman has written fifteen books, including ten contemporary Harlequin/Silhouette romances under the pseudonym Erin Ross. She has also written and sold television scripts to NBC, CBS, and ABC, including the movie "THE BABYSITTER'S SEDUCTION" and the story "LILI" for the Canadian Broadcast Corporation. Tallman currently resides in Eugene, Oregon, with her husband, where she continues to work on movie projects and the Sarah Woolson mystery series.
Tallman is a member of various writing organizations, including Mystery Writers of America, Novelist's Inc., Sisters In Crime, the Pacific Northwest Booksellers' Association, Willamette Valley Writers, and the Oregon Writer's Colony. She welcomes visitors to her website, where she offers great monthly giveaways and contests to celebrate the release of her books. Tallman's passion for writing and storytelling is evident in her work, which has captivated audiences and earned her a well-deserved reputation as a talented author.