Rochelle Alers facts for kids
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Rochelle Alers
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Alers at the 2009 Brooklyn Book Festival
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| Born | August 7, 1943 New York City, U.S. |
| Pen name | Susan James Rena McLeary |
| Occupation | Novelist |
| Nationality | American |
| Period | 1988–present |
| Genre | romance |
Rochelle Alers (born August 7, 1943) is an American author who writes popular romance novels. She has also used the pen names Susan James and Rena McLeary for some of her books.
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About Rochelle Alers
Early Life and Education
Rochelle Alers was born on August 7, 1943, in Manhattan, New York. She grew up in New York City. After finishing her studies, she earned degrees in sociology and psychology. Before becoming a full-time writer, she worked as a preschool teacher. Later, she moved into the business world.
Starting Her Writing Career
Rochelle Alers loved reading romance novels for many years. In 1984, she decided to try writing her own story. She finished her first book, Hideway, in 1985. It took some time for her to find a publisher because her writing style was unique. However, she kept working on her craft. Her first book was finally published by Doubleday Books in 1988.
Success and Awards
Rochelle Alers' books became very popular. Millions of copies of her novels have been sold. Her books often appeared on important bestseller lists, like those from Waldenbooks, Borders, and Essence magazine.
She has received several special awards for her writing. These include the Gold Pen Award, the Emma Award, and the Vivian Stephens Award for Excellence in Romance Writing. She also won the Romantic Times Career Achievement Award and the Zora Neale Hurston Literary Award. These awards show how much her work is appreciated in the world of romance novels.
Today, Rochelle Alers writes full-time. Before becoming a full-time author, she worked for a state program in Long Island. Her job involved connecting with the community and helping people.
Images for kids
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Alers at the 2009 Brooklyn Book Festival
See also
In Spanish: Rochelle Alers para niños
