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Deb Dunn’s second love, after her husband, was teaching marine biology. But about five years ago, she had to give it up. Read the full description.
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At 47, Deb has picked a new career and she’s determined to make it big... writing erotic romance.
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INTRO:ROMANCE NOVELS HAVE HELD THE MAJORITY OF AMERICAN READERSHIP IN A PASSIONATE EMBRACE FOR YEARS. DEB DUNN IS A ROMANCE WRITER IN NORTHERN MAINE WHO IS LOOKING TO GET IN ON THE ACTION. SHE’S PUBLISHED SEVERAL BOOKS ONLINE UNDER THE PEN NAME NINA PIERCE. DEB NEVER WANTED TO BECOME A WRITER THOUGH. INDEPENDENT PRODUCER AUDREY DILLING HAS THE STORY
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