D.L. Rogers

Born in New Jersey of parents from New Jersey and Tennessee, it was just a matter of time before Diane's "southern" blood revealed itself. And reveal itself it did, in a passion for all things western and related to the Civil War. Having learned a great deal in her research since her historical journey began, especially in the midwest, Diane has attempted to portray both the west and the war from numerous points-of-view, which is not always the same history as what has been previously portrayed--or taught.

As a kid, Diane played Cowboys and Indians more than she did Barbie and, as she got older, she and her cousin (whose parents were also from New Jersey and Tennessee only in reverse) gave themselves the moniker of "Yebels." What would it have been like during the Civil War years when friends and family fought on opposite sides of the war festered inside Diane. She answered her own question in the form of the novels she writes. Where everyday people, regardless of what "side" they chose, when faced with difficult situations rose to the challenge--and survived.

She makes her home south of Kansas City, Missouri, on fourteen acres of property. When Diane's not writing or marketing (which she does a lot), she enjoys her home and the land around her (which means a lot of mowing!). When she does venture out, it's to visit her children and grandchildren, meet with other writers, or country line dance. Retired from Corporate America, Diane writes for her readers as much as she does for herself. Enjoy!