V.M.Burns is the bestselling author of screenplays, children's novels, and cozy mysteries such as the Puppy Club Mysteries, RJ Franklin Mysteries, and Mystery Bookshop Series. V.M. was born and reared in the city of South Bend, Indiana. Burns and her poodles are currently residing in Tennessee. She is a member of Mystery Writers of America, Dog Writers Association of America, Thriller Writers International, and Sisters in Crime, where she has been a lifetime member. www.VMBurns.com is where you can find her online.