Nancy Massand is a storyteller at heart, weaving historical romance with whimsy and introspection. From a young age, Nancy found solace in the written word, crafting tales that captured the imagination and ignited the spirit. Her journey began humbly in the Jurassic era of the written word—before electric typewriters and computers—when her byline graced the pages of The Sunday Telegram in Worcester, Massachusetts. At six years old, her life became forever entwined with storytelling.
More than a mere pastime, crafting stories became a calling. Inspired by the parables of Jesus, Nancy believes in the transformative power of narrative. With a middle school sense of humor and an imaginative mind, she writes stories that resonate, entertain, and enlighten. Nancy’s tales are not mere fiction; they are invitations to explore the complexities of human relationships and the threads of history that bind us.
Her life experiences, like her migrations from Massachusetts to New Jersey, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York City, and finally to Texas, seep into her narratives, offering authenticity and depth to her historical romances. Nancy’s career as an educator has also profoundly influenced her writing. Serving as an English teacher and middle school dean, she imparted the love of stories to her students, several of whom have become published authors themselves. This legacy of storytelling is one she holds dear, as it reflects her belief in the power of stories to shape lives and inspire future generations.
Nancy’s works have appeared in publications including Chicken Soup for the Soul and In D’Tale Magazine, among others. Her debut novel, The Circle Unbroken, garnered first place in the 2018 Romance Writers of America’s annual Hearts Through History competition and set the stage for her burgeoning career as a novelist. Her narratives are not confined to the page alone; they have come alive in the form of children’s musicals and monologues, showcasing her versatility as a writer.
These days, Nancy finds joy in guiding young writers on their publishing journeys, sharing her wisdom and nurturing the next generation of storytellers. Though retired from formal teaching, her passion for the arts and storytelling remains undiminished. Her experiences are testament to her credibility and her unique perspective—a perspective that has lived through the very history she writes about.
Through her stories, Nancy Massand invites readers to step into worlds where history and romance intertwine, offering a glimpse into the past with a playful twist. She reminds us that, even in retirement, the pen remains mightier than ever, and the stories yet to come are limited only by the bounds of imagination.