Gaynor Deal was born in northwest England and earned an honor’s degree in Literature, Life, and Thought from the University of Lancaster. She has taught English at all levels and h...view moreGaynor Deal was born in northwest England and earned an honor’s degree in Literature, Life, and Thought from the University of Lancaster. She has taught English at all levels and has written poetry and short stories for many years. Married, with two adult children, she currently lives in Houston, Texas.
Most of Shadows was written during her time in Rio de Janeiro, with the stark mountains and misty seas providing much atmospheric inspiration. Book two of the Eligia Shala is currently underway.view less