Grew up in Rhode Island, a lovely state you’ve never been to that's roughly the size of Yosemite National Park...spent seven years at the State University of New York at Binghamton, and all I got to show for it was a Bachelor's degree, two Master's degrees, three consecutive assistantships, and mononucleosis... moved to Atlanta in 2004, where I currently teach English and theatre at a local college...

A few years ago, my first novel was published. Booklist later named it one of the top debuts of 2008. In return, I gave Booklist a big hug. Since then, I've had two more novels published, two more written, and about 512 Publix brownies eaten.

I really lose my self-control when I am around them.

It's not pretty.

*points above*

*points above again*

I am Spartacus.

I read everything, watch everything, and listen to everything.

I even enjoy some of it.

1. Imagination
2. Honesty
3. Communication
4. Open-mindedness
5. Sincerity
6. Chocolate

...what I'm procrastinating.

Typical = meh. I try not to be a repeat offender.

That's a little more nebulous...but I do love a good mystery. Intelligence and wit also make me weak in the knees.

Please make me weak in the knees.

NOTE: My mother has stage four ovarian cancer and I am her primary caregiver. If this is a turn-off - as apparently it is to some people here - well...these are not the droids you're looking for.