Deana writes psychological thrillers, with an occasional short story thrown in for good measure. With a background in exercise physiology, she spent 10 years working full-time in the health and fitness industry before taking a step back to raise her young children. She is a member of the International Thriller Writers and the Writers’ League of Texas.

Deana is a Texas native who lives with her husband, two children, and small dog. When she isn’t writing, she enjoys reading, baking, and being active outdoors with her family. She loves black coffee, red wine, and dark chocolate.