Kate Watson is a young adult writer, wife, mother, and the tenth of thirteen children. Originally from Canada, she attended college in the States and holds a BA in Philosophy from Brigham Young University. A lover of travel, speaking in accents, and experiencing new cultures, she has also lived in Israel, Brazil, and the American South, and she now calls Arizona home. She is the author of Seeking Mansfield, Shoot the Moon, and Lovestruck. Off Script is her fourth novel.

"This debut ultimately weaves an impressive mosaic and is an excellent selection for fans of young adult literature that is heavily thematic or romantic." --School Library Journal

"A commendable adaptation of a 200-year-old tale made fresh for a 21st-century audience." --Kirkus Reviews

"[Seeking Mansfield] will especially appeal to theater kids and celebrity-culture enthusiasts."--Booklist

"This story--a modern-day retelling of the Jane Austen novel--will definitely appeal to girls in your school. Word of mouth might make this one a popular read." --School Library Connection

"Watson has created a charming romance with complicated characters, love triangles, and themes related to family, duty, and finding oneself."--ALAN Review

"Refreshing and sweet. Watson delivers a protagonist whose struggles feel both believable and real."--Foreword Magazine