



A resident of Providence, RI, Regina grew up in nearby Barrington. After graduating from Providence College she attended the University of Delaware, eventually earning her Master’s Degree in American Civilization from Brown University. She is inspired by anything to do with nature, and she and her husband enjoy visiting nearby Cape Cod. Regina’s hobbies include Travel, Museums, Theater, Classical Music, Choral Singing and Gardening. She is a radio host for In-Sight, an association dedicated to providing services to the visually impaired of all ages.
Regina’s inspirational romance releases include IN GOOD FAITH and THE PERFECT PROPOSAL, which will be reissued by Writers Exchange E-Publishing soon. LIGHT OF THE HEART and ANGELS OF THE HEART, Books 1 and 2 of the Sterling Lakes Series, have been reissued by Writers Exchange E-Publishing. All four are spotlighted below. Look for the reissues of Books 3 and 4 in her Sterling Lakes Series, DESTINY’S DESIGNS, and SPOTLIGHT ON LOVE soon. Click on the Books & Awards button above to purchase any of Regina’s books.
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ANGELS OF THE HEART, Book 2 of the Sterling Lakes Series reissue
978-1-922066-90-9 (ebook); 978-1-922066-91-6 (trade paperback)
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The life of a television journalist has been good to Maryanne Lynch. That is, until she learns of developer Travis Collimore's plans to destroy the Townsend Barn, a cherished Sterling Lakes landmark, and build a strip mall in its place. Will Maryanne's efforts to stop him be successful? Or will Travis' plans for the future prevail over her attachment to the past?

LIGHT OF THE HEART, Book 1 of the Sterling Lakes Series reissue
9781922066800 (paperback); 9781922066527 (ebook)
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A stained-glass artist based in Boston, Cascade Preston’s world is a kaleidoscope of color and beauty. She has overcome a dark childhood, deeply shadowed by domestic violence, in the town of Sterling Lakes. When she is approached to design new windows for a refurbished church in Sterling Lakes, she ignores the request. But when the no-nonsense Project Manager Dan McQuay appears looking for the window plans, the project takes on a whole new light. Will Cascade be able to keep the dark, protective cocoon she has built around herself intact, or will McQuay break through and shine new light into her heart? Is it possible that God’s plan for Cascade will lead her to forgive the town that ignored the situation her family?

IN GOOD FAITH
978-1-58749-176-4 (electronic)
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Haley Hawthorne is a successful Art Director at a high-powered greeting card company in Manhattan. Designer clothes and expensive material luxuries are what she uses to try and fill the emptiness inside -- but it wasn't always that way for her. Orphaned at a young age, Haley was raised in rural Dunbar Falls by her Uncle Nelson amid pasture lands and a clear sense of the things that matter most in life, including her joyful relationship with God. One day Aaron Carrier, her old friend from Dunbar Falls pays her a surprise visit to her office at Sterling Greeting Cards with devastating news about Uncle Nelson. When she returns home to Dunbar Falls, Haley is faced with a professional decision upon inheriting Uncle Nelson’s air-conditioning company. More than that, she faces a crossroads in her heart. It is a crisis of faith, of loyalty and of love. What does God want her to do? Will she be able to return home to Dunbar Falls and all that it has meant for her? And will Aaron Carrier be more than a friend?

THE PERFECT PROPOSAL
978-1936127030 (trade paperback)
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To be reissued by Writers Exchange E-Publishing soon!
Never in her wildest dreams did Lindsay Richardson imagine that her life would shift from that of a quiet elementary school teacher to being the assistant to Dean Singleton Copley, one of the nation’s most dynamic business leaders in the high-powered corporate world. Although Lindsay desperately needs this new job, she is mourning the loss of her father and facing the unexpected twists her life has taken. This time in her life is a test of her faith, her courage and her strength. Is the job the best for her family? Lindsay knows sometimes God’s plan for our life takes us through doors we didn’t expect to traverse. Her struggles extend to not knowing what God expects from her regarding Dean Singleton Copley, the dashing bachelor, a man so different from her on the surface, and scarred from instances in his past. Only faith can give Lindsay the strength to deal with the many challenges of her new position, all her personal crises and the turmoil in her family life. Deciphering the path God wants her to take is the greater challenge, yet she wonders if Dean Singleton Copley is destined to become more than an employer to her.

ANGELS OF THE HEART: 4 Cups! “What a sweet and tender love story. Filled with choices and decisions that sometimes we all have to make in order to both keep the past alive and move forward in our quest. I love the characters in this series and look forward to reading more about them in the upcoming books Ms. Andrews has planned.” ~Coffee Time Romance & More http://www.coffeetimeromance.com
LIGHT OF THE HEART: 4 Hearts! “This is the first book in the new Sterling Lakes Series. It is a wonderful story about the lasting effects of our pasts and the power of forgiveness. Neither Dan nor Cascade is aware of the protective shield they have built around themselves. Cascade must come to terms with an entire town before she can move on. Dan never stays in one place very long so he doesn't have to have ties to anyone. The story is about their journey of faith and the opening of their hearts and lives to others. The author allows the reader to experience Dan and Cascade's private thoughts and prayers. We feel their sorrow and disappointment as well as their hope. Their journey isn't comfortable or quick. They find insight and courage from those around them. From an elderly priest to women in prison ministry to old friends, God sends people to help the two on their path. Ms. Andrews allows us to see their missteps and weaknesses. The characters, like us, are flawed and face countless doubts along their walk of faith. In the end, Cascade and Dan must rely on God's infinite grace to become whole and find peace and, perhaps, lasting love. The story is truly a joyful, uplifting read that clearly illustrates the freedom found in act of forgiveness. I look forward to the next story in the series.” ~The Romance Studio http://www.theromancestudio.com
LIGHT OF THE HEART: “I really enjoyed the characters in this story. The author made this couple do and say things that I have seen myself say or do. Being able to relate that personally gives the book more ooomph, so to speak. And that makes it an even more enjoyable read. Also, with this being the first of a series, I look forward to seeing what happens next at Sterling Lakes. This story is sweet and light and I would recommend it to anyone who just looking for something nice and easy to read to pass a quiet and relaxing afternoon.” ~Long and Short Reviews http://longandshortreviews.blogspot.com/
IN GOOD FAITH: "This is a sweet read. It is a wonderful story that gives you a chance to reflect your own choices in life, similar to Ms. Andrews’s characters." ~Coffee Time Romance & More http://www.coffeetimeromance.com
IN GOOD FAITH: “To be shared with the whole family. It’s a sweet story with sweet characters. The inspirational message is subtle but timely and issues that are easily recognized in all of our lives. It’s a nice little story for a cold winter evening.” ~Long and Short Reviews http://longandshortreviews.blogspot.com/

What's the story behind your inspirational romance novels? Tell us about the newest in your Sterling Lakes Series, ANGELS OF THE HEART, Book 2? Do any of the stories in this series stand out as favorites for you? Why?
I love happy endings, I love writing, I love romance and I love God, so naturally I write romance novels with an inspirational point of view. After all, what's life without a good dose of faith to carry us through those times when things are not exactly going the way we'd like them to be? The Sterling Lakes Series has good folks dealing with tough issues of modern day life in an idyllic, pastoral setting. Past meets the future and worlds collide as people grapple to resolve conflicts about everything from money, to faith and love. And more. ANGELS of the HEART captures the conflict of progress versus tradition as the church renovations attract developers to their quaint town. Personal values are questioned and beliefs tested, and the heroine and the hero find themselves in direct conflict over the project. I love them all, but I am especially fond of LIGHT OF THE HEART; this is the one that started it all.
Do you tend to base your characters on real people or are they totally from your own imagination?
What a great question. I distill the essence of qualities and personality traits for my characters from just observing human nature. But my characters are very much alive and vivid in my imagination. They tell me many of their personal traits and preferences! I don’t base the characters on real people--except the hero usually seems to be a lot like my husband!
What were you doing at midnight last night?
I was praying for the United States, for Boston and for the MIT officer who had just been shot. None of us have slept since Monday (the day of the Boston Marathon 4/15).
When you want to snack, do you go for salty or sweet?
Definitely sweet sweet sweet! I puff right up with salt, lol.
What will your "Famous Last Words" be? Why?
Well, I joke around a lot, so those who know me would say something like “I told you so” or “It was my idea first”, lol. But, seriously, I don’t want to be flip, and I think this is quite a wonderful question. I would say “Go in peace”. Those words can mean so many things: a motivation, a hopeful prayer, a release or a challenge. I love the movement, the action that’s implicit. It means ‘get involved in life and do something’ but ‘in peace’ requires inner serenity as well as having a peaceful manner. I love that it could mean so many things. Just three little words.
What are you working on now?
Now I am writing Book 5 of the Sterling Lakes Series, REFLECTIONS OF THE HEART. It is a romance as well as a story which reunites two estranged sisters.
What can readers look for next from you?
LOTS of upcoming releases, as Books 3 and 4 of my Sterling Lakes Series as well as three others will be reissued by Writers Exchange E-Publishing. It is very exciting.
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