Barrie Dolnick

I was born and raised in Wisconsin, a very grounding and matter-of-fact place to live. I am a proud Cheesehead.

More city than country girl, I opted for a career in advertising and enjoyed the moment when luck, opportunity and courage converged to give me my start. I worked in London and New York City for big agencies on big accounts.

Advertising can take a toll on the soul, and a few years of meditation classes unearthed some insight I thought might work well in books. Happily, some very dear editors agreed and allowed me to write. I like to laugh so they aren't too serious.

I married a scientist (really) and eventually we moved to New Haven, Connecticut and now Oxford, England. I am lucky to live in one of the most beautiful cities in the world.

I am also lucky that I can still consult in marketing and advertising while pursing new writing ventures.

A Gemini, I like to have the last word.

So here it is: Thanks.