Carla Capshaw is a Florida native who grew up dreaming of traveling the world and writing novels. After visiting numerous countries, Carla began writing novels in earnest and eventually won two Golden Heart awards as well as a double Rita nomination for her first novel, The Gladiator. Carla loves passionate stories with compelling, nearly impossible conflicts. She's found Inspirational Romance is the perfect vehicle to combine lush settings, vivid characters and a Christian worldview. Still living in Florida, Carla is always planning her next trip and plotting her next novel. Visit her at www.carlacapshaw.com.