Virginia McCullough

Virginia McCullough is an award-winning author of romance and women’s fiction, known for crafting heartfelt stories set in small-town environments. Her notable works include "Girl in the Spotlight," the first installment in her Two Moon Bay series for Harlequin Heartwarming, as well as standalone novels such as "The Jacks of Her Heart," "Amber Light," and "Greta’s Grace." Her writing often explores themes of hope, healing, and second chances, resonating with readers through relatable characters and evocative settings.

Born and raised in Chicago, McCullough has cultivated her writing career across diverse locations, including the coast of Maine, the mountains of North Carolina, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, before settling in Northeast Wisconsin. She began her career as a nonfiction writer, contributing articles and later coauthoring or ghostwriting over 100 books for professionals across various fields. Transitioning to fiction, she has maintained a focus on everyday life struggles, often incorporating water-centric landscapes—oceans, lakes, or rivers—into her narratives. A mother of two, she balances her writing with a love for reading, walking, and travel, always weaving new tales of resilience and renewal.