Anne R. Allen

My blogs

About me

Gender Female
Industry Publishing
Occupation mystery author
Location Los Osos, CA, United States
Introduction Anne R. Allen is a multi-award-winning blogger and the author of 13 books, including the bestselling Camilla Randall Mystery series, a mashup of crime fiction, romantic comedy, and satire. Set mostly in and around Morro Bay California, the series features bookstore owner and etiquette expert Camilla Randall, aka The Manners Doctor, who’s a magnet for murder, mayhem and Mr. Wrong. Anne is co-author, with fellow Central Coast author Catherine Ryan Hyde, of "How to be a Writer in the E-age: a Self-Help Guide." Anne’s latest nonfiction book is "The Author Blog: Easy Blogging for Busy Authors," published by Kotu Beach Press. Anne blogs with New York Times million-copy seller Ruth Harris at "Anne R. Allen’s Blog…with Ruth Harris." Anne is also an actress, the veteran of over 50 stage and film productions, and the former artistic director of the Patio Playhouse in Escondido, CA.