About Us
Former corporate executive and interior design devotee, Connie Matsumoto embraced creative writing to create her award-winning, debut historical novel, Of White Ashes, published by Loyola University MD in May 2023. She is an active literary member, serving as the President of the Women’s National Book Association Mid-Atlantic Chapter and a member of the Authors Guild, Eastern Shore Writers' Association, and Historical Novel Society. Previously, Connie served on the Board of Directors of the Maryland Writers' Association and as President of the Baltimore Chapter, and as an Advisory Council Member and Chair of the Working Group on Nuclear Issues for the International Center for MultiGenerational Legacies of Trauma. Connie earned her B.A. from Notre Dame of MD University and M.S. from Johns Hopkins University.
Constance Hays Matsumoto
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Kent, a third-generation Japanese American, was born in Virginia and spent his formative years living in Japan where he attended the American School. He earned his degrees from the University of Virginia and University of Michigan Law School, and has worked in law firms and private and public companies. He has authored articles for professional publications and spoken before numerous professional organizations.
Kent Matsumoto
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