Joyce Dipastena
Joyce DiPastena dreamed of green medieval forests while growing up in the dusty copper mining town of Kearny, Arizona. She filled her medieval hunger by reading the books of Thomas B. Costain (where she fell in love with King Henry II of England), and later by attending the University of Arizona where she graduated with a degree in history, specializing in the Middle Ages. When she's not writing, Joyce loves to read, play the piano, eat chocolate, and spend time with her sister and friends. A...See more
Joyce DiPastena dreamed of green medieval forests while growing up in the dusty copper mining town of Kearny, Arizona. She filled her medieval hunger by reading the books of Thomas B. Costain (where she fell in love with King Henry II of England), and later by attending the University of Arizona where she graduated with a degree in history, specializing in the Middle Ages. When she's not writing, Joyce loves to read, play the piano, eat chocolate, and spend time with her sister and friends. A highlight of her year is attending the annual Arizona Renaissance Festival. Joyce is a multi-published, multi-award winning author who specializes in sweet medieval romances heavily spiced with mystery and adventure. She lives with her two cats, Nyxie and Calypso, in Mesa, Arizona. Email her at joyce@joycedipastena.com. Visit her website at joycedipastena.com. See less
Joyce Dipastena's Featured Books
Joyce Dipastena book reviews
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Illuminations of the Heart
Castles, knights, lords, lady and even faith
by squiresj, Aug 27, 2009
I was truly surprised by this book. I thought my oldest daughter would love it because she loves Midevil stuff. I have never been a big fan of castles, kings, lords, etc. But this book blew me ... Read More