Almost Out of Love is a mystery novel set against the backdrop of romance. It takes place during contemporary times in Metropolitan Washington, D. C. and contains a rich blend of African-American characters facing real life dilemmas that anyone can relate to. There are two main characters, one a psychologist and the other, her patient. Both women are in search of the same things, passion and commitment. But the choices they make bring turmoit until they discover their own road to peace.
Dorothy Phaire was born in Washington, D.C. She currently teaches English full-time at the college level. During the nineties, she wrote computer code and taught programming for a living for various companies including IBM, MCI and GEICO's Information Systems Division. During those years she attempted to write computer code and fiction simultaneously, but discovered that she couldn't easily make the linear thinking switch to best use her imagination for creative writing. Thus, she abandoned her career as a computer programmer/analyst entirely and returned to teaching English, where she now combines her love of creative writing, playwriting and teaching. Dorothy says:
For many of us, it sometimes takes years for us to realize what our God-given talents are. Even if we do know, it's difficult to make the necessary sacrifices to be able to fulfill our dreams and utilize our talents. We often spend time chasing after the wrong dreams or following someone else's dreams. Or worse--not having any dreams. But I believe if there is something in your heart that you have a passion for, and if it truly defines who you are, then you shouldn't allow anything to stand in the way of achieving it. Like the old Turkish proverb says, "No matter how far you have gone on a 'wrong' road, turn back!
As a novelist, Dorothy has published three novels in the mystery/romance genre: Blind Delusion (2009), Murder and The Masquerade (2007), and Almost Out of Love (2000). She is currently working on a fourth manuscript for her mystery/romance series. As a playwright, she has written and produced stage plays that combine drama and humor to portray every day, and relatable issues: "This Side of Jordan" (2004), "Saving Us Saints" (2006, 2007, 2010), and "Arrested Development" (2009). Her poetry has appeared in Beyond the Frontier African-American Poetry for the 21st Century (2002). In the non-fiction genre, Dorothy has written articles and given presentations about publishing, writing, and technology.
Dorothy says, "I am grateful for the gift to be able to escape into my own imagination and create stories that hopefully people will enjoy. At least, I'm having fun writing them!"
To learn more about Dorothy, visit her personal website at www.dorothyphaire.com and the Heralds of Hope Theater Company website at: www.heraldsofhopetheater.com. You may also visit her FaceBook fanpage.
