Nancy Blanton is the award-winning author of novels based primarily in Irish history. The Prince of Glencurragh, her second published novel, is set in 1634 prior to the great rebellion of 1641. Her first novel, Sharavogue, takes place in Ireland and the West Indies. Both books have won first place for historical fiction in Florida's Royal Palm Literary Awards. Her business book, Brand Yourself Royally in 8 Simple Steps, won the silver medal, Florida Authors and Publishers Association, and has become the basis for her personal branding workshops. Other works include a children's book, The Curious Adventure of Roodle Jones; the award-winning Heaven on the Half Shell: the Story of the Pacific Northwest's Love Affair with the Oyster (co-author); and Rising Tides and Tailwinds, a corporate history book for the Port of Seattle centennial (project leader). Her blog, My Lady's Closet, focuses on writing, books, historical fiction, research and travel. Blanton has worked as a journalist, magazine editor, corporate communications leader and brand manager. She has won numerous awards for professional leadership, writing, advertising and public relations products. She lives in Florida.