Randy Kraft writes fiction and book reviews, and occasionally coaches aspiring writers. She holds a Masters in Writing and an MBA. She is a retired freelance journalist for regional and national magazines, as well as an education, business, culture and city reporter for local newspapers. She has also served as a communications consultant and writer for non-profits on both coasts. She has published three novels and a collection of short stories, and several stories have appeared in literary magazines. Follow her book reviews and literary blog at randykraft.substack.com.
OFF SEASON [2023] examines the afterlife of a long marriage and what it means to be devoted.
RATIONAL WOMEN, her first collection of short stories [2020] reveals the challenge of modern women to balance reason and passion.
SIGNS OF LIFE [2016] deals with how we grieve and the right to die, as well as the power and pitfalls of a long friendship.
COLORS OF THE WHEEL [2014] explores the dynamics of race relations and blended families.

Learn more at www.randykraftwriter.com or www.maple57press.com.