Born on a dark and stormy night on the other side of the world from Richmond, VA, Leila Gaskin began a life full of imaginative wanderings. Influenced by her journey, Leila takes inspiration from the places she's lived. She is a member of the James River Writers and the author of several short stories ranging from horror, speculative fiction, science fiction, and urban fantasy. Hot Flashes is her debut novel. With her dog as her co-pilot and the cat as the navigator, Leila explores her world and tells her stories.