Shirley Martin graduated from the University of 
Pittsburgh, 
where she majored in history, a subject she has always 
enjoyed and one that she has woven into her historical 
romances. She taught school, then worked as a flight 
attendant. Besides reading and writing, she enjoys growing 
orchids and other plants. Walking is a favorite form of 
relaxation. She and her husband have three grown sons. 
They 
live in Miami with their two cats.