USA Today Bestselling Author - Chef - Caregiver - Survivor Alyssa is a book addict, foodie and crafter. She loves going on adventures either through reading, her own writing or through the food she creates as a chef. She's a firm believer in the saying "The world is bigger than your block" and tries to impart that in her writing through diverse casts of characters. Twisted Tales. Daring Journeys. Unforgettable Happily Ever Afters. Currently working on an Afro futuristic sci-fi romance. Also working to establish/create Bellissima Sanctuary - a safe haven for women with families fleeing abusive situations to find housing, employment, work skills, transportation and lifestyle skills.