E. A. Owen loves a good scare. In fact, as early as age five she would tell scary stories to her little sisters and loved to hide and jump out at them. Is it any wonder her favorit...view moreE. A. Owen loves a good scare. In fact, as early as age five she would tell scary stories to her little sisters and loved to hide and jump out at them. Is it any wonder her favorite time of year is Halloween? E. A. Owen's debut suspense thriller, A Curse of Torment, tells the story of a family bound by a curse of endless tragedies. Her inspiration to write this book, was driven by the horrific adversity experienced by a close friend, to whom she has dedicated her book. Overcoming life's challenges has shaped Owen's character. Raised on the East Coast, Owen has moved around the United States twenty-six times, finally settling in the place that stole her heart - the Midwest. She is raising her two beloved children in the small town of Astoria, South Dakota. In addition to writing, Owen is passionate about cooking and traveling.view less