About the author

Born in Castro Valley, CA, Deborah Rae Cota ventured into many arenas seeking a home, but pen and paper have always filled the void.

Drawing from stories of her family and childhood, this former musician and retired photographer, spins a fantastical story set against the background of the San Francisco-Bay Area where she grew up.

The Dante’s tale is planned for a series of eight books, but she may be talked into a few more tales or perhaps a spin-off series.

When Deborah isn’t writing, she’s cooking for her family, or screaming in the stands of her favorite local sports teams where she lives, breathes & works in the beautiful Bay Area.

Author photo shot at The Book Shop, Hayward, Ca. by Niki Helley Ward;

Niki Ward Photography, © 2012 www.nikiward.com