FRAN STEWART lives and writes quietly in her house beside a creek on the other side of Hog Mountain, Georgia, northeast of Atlanta. She shares her home with various rescued cats, one of which served as the inspiration for Marmalade, Biscuit McKee's feline friend and sidekick. Her writing is light-hearted, but often prone to deeply moving thoughtfulness. She has captivated a wide base of fans who like to mix their entertainment with a large dose of meaning.