Dr. Amenda Hawkins, PhD is a Vancouver-based, Canadian bestselling author known for her remarkable range across genres proof that great storytelling and sound expertise aren't confined to a single shelf. Her murder mystery novels have earned her a devoted following of readers who savor tightly plotted suspense and unforgettable characters. Alongside her fiction, Dr. Hawkins channels her passion for healthy living into her acclaimed Keto Diet cookbook, offering practical, science-informed recipes for readers building sustainable habits. A believer in nurturing young minds early, she has written a beloved series of children's early learning books for ages 3 to 7, blending playful storytelling with foundational literacy and cognitive development skills. Her background and continued research in psychology inform this work, helping parents and educators support children through pivotal early years. Dr. Hawkins is also a trusted voice for entrepreneurs, having authored practical guides for online and retail business owners navigating growth, branding, and resilience in competitive markets. Her business titles are known for cutting through theory to deliver real, actionable strategy. Her romantic novels bring warmth, wit, and emotional depth to readers seeking connection and heart in their fiction, while her books on emotional wellness and wellbeing written especially for women draw on her clinical background to offer compassionate, evidence-based guidance for navigating stress,