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About Denise

Denise Williams wrote her first book in the 2nd grade. I Hate You and its sequel, I Still Hate You, featured a tough, funny heroine, a quirky hero, witty banter, and a dragon. Minus the dragons, these are still the books she likes to write. After penning those early works, she finished second grade and eventually earned a PhD. ​A photographer, she loves to capture moments, whether through written word, research, or images.
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A diversity trainer and co-creator of a women’s empowerment group, she is dedicated to developing flawed, multidimensional characters who struggle with those issues impacting real women. After growing up a military brat around the world and across the country, Denise now lives in Iowa with her husband, son, and two ornery shih-tzus who think they own the house. Like her characters, she enjoys bad puns, frosting-laden corner pieces, and the company of good friends. 

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Denise is a 2019 Romance Writers of America ® Golden Heart Finalist

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The Opposite of Ordinary

When a buttoned-down professor stumbles upon Mr. Right at a bar, she must overcome her traumatic past before a conflict of interest costs her career and her chance at love. Dr. Naya Turner, college professor, ended an abusive relationship that left her career and confidence in tatters. When challenged by a friend to ‘get a life’, Naya goes out on the own with a to-do list that includes “have sex with a stranger.” The stranger she comes across is handsome, funny, and charming--the perfect opportunity to temporarily shed her inhibitions. But walking away isn’t as simple as Naya expected.

Isn't It Romantic?
Author life.  Xennial Life.  Mom life.  Real life. 

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