Cheryl Anne Porter
Cheryl Anne Porter was a notable American author, recognized for her contributions to the romance genre, particularly historical romances and romantic comedies. Born in Savannah, Georgia, she had an extensive background that included living in various locations such as Germany, England, and across the United States before making Tampa, Florida, her home in 1998. Porter earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in American literature from the University of Oklahoma and later taught at the University of Central Oklahoma.
Her debut novel, "Jessie's Outlaw," published in 1993, garnered significant acclaim, including selection for the Library of Congress's rare book collection. Throughout her career, she received multiple accolades, becoming a finalist in the National Reader's Choice Awards for her works "Kansas Wildfire" and "Hannah's Promise." In 1999, "Captive Angel" received a starred review from Publisher's Weekly, highlighting her skill as a writer. Porter's ability to connect with audiences extended beyond her books, as she actively engaged in public speaking, including keynote addresses at writers' events. She passed away on August 25, 2004, after a prolonged battle with cancer, leaving behind a legacy of beloved literary works.
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Cheryl Anne Porter
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- Born: Unknown
- Birthplace: Savannah, Georgia
- Died: August 25, 2004
- Place of death: Tampa, Florida
Biography
Cheryl Anne Porter was born in Savannah, Georgia, and lived in Germany, England, and many cities in the United States before settling in Tampa, Florida, in 1998. She earned a B.A. in American literature from the University of Oklahoma and attended graduate school at the University of Central Oklahoma, where she also was a teacher.
Porter’s first book, Jessie’s Outlaw, was published 1993. The Library of Congress selected this romance novel for its prestigious rare book collection. More awards were soon to follow. Porter was a finalist in the National Reader’s Choice Awards for both Kansas Wildfire (1994) and Hannah’s Promise (1997). In 1999 she received a starred review from Publisher’s Weekly for Captive Angel (1999). Porter was a popular speaker, appearing on television, radio, and the Internet and delivering the keynote address at the Chautauqua Writers’ Center.
Although her first books were historical romances, Porter went on to write popular romantic comedies. In 2001, her novel Her Only Chance, published in Harlequin’s Temptation line, made a strong debut with a four-and-a-half-star rating from Romantic Times magazine. Her comedies also were selected by the Doubleday Rhapsody Book Club. Porter died on August 25, 2004, after a long battle with cancer.