Between Takes

Simone Lavoie would be the first to admit she's running from her problems, literally. She's convinced herself a new job as an intimacy coordinator in a new city will give her a fresh perspective. Instead, problems on set only add to her worries. Evelyn Harper has spent her whole life thinking she knows exactly what she wants: to be an actress. But when the fame gets to be too much following her breakout role, she's torn between the ideal and reality. Then Evelyn discovers that Simone suspects a friend of trading bit parts for sex, and she starts to second-guess her growing attraction. As the integrity of the show comes crashing down, Evie must stand up for her conviction to go for what she really wants in life, while Simone struggles to let go of a hard held past and give love a chance. As their feelings grow, it becomes harder and harder to tell the difference between what's real and what's an act.

CJ Birch has a number of degrees, certificates, and diplomas from various establishments (some more reputable than others), all of which have nothing to do with what she does for a living. She lives in Toronto with her partner Kim and a growing collection of dependents. When not writing or devouring books, she works as a video editor for television. A lover of words, coffee (the really strong kind that seeps from your pores announcing, by smell alone, your obsession), and sarcasm. Unknown Horizons is her first novel.