Welcome

Welcome to my universe. In the past, I was an actress and university professor. As an author, my published works run the gamut from articles in the prestigious annual, “Shakespeare Survey,” in the UK, to mini-mysteries in the popular national magazine, “Woman’s World,” in the US. (More in “Biography”)

Major news: My debut novel, “The Buried Life” is published. (For details, glowing media and reader reviews, buying info, & “Real Life vs. Fiction” click “Novel.”). Novel currently sold out in print but available 24-hours as an e-book at BN.com or Phone toll free 1-800-THE-BOOK (800-843-2665) Outside the USA, phone is 1-201-559-3882 Just ask for Nilan’s “The Buried Life.

“The Buried Life,” in 25 words: “International characters and spy-game intrigue in paradise setting of Caribbean islands. Warm illusion of carefree holiday cruise. Cold reality of high-stakes mission at sea.”