Mary Alice Monroe

Mary Alice Monroe is the award winning, New York Times bestselling author known for richly textured books that explore the compelling parallels between nature and human nature. Monroe’s is an active volunteer in local conservation groups and serves on the board of the SC Aquarium. Her dedication to conservation and wildlife inspired her Lowcountry novels, including Time is a River, Swimming Lessons, and Sweetgrass. Mary Alice lives with her husband on Isle of Palms, South Carolina.