J a NelsonJ. A. Nelson's passion for exploring connections between history, literature, and evidence in written texts has shaped her life--from a BA (Occidental College) and MA (The George Washington University) in cultural studies to a two-decade career at th National Archives of the United States, working with historical documentary treasures and helping people access unique stories in those records. A native of Los Angeles, Ms. Nelson lives with her husband in Northern Virginia. A Man of Honor, or Horatio's Confessions is her debut novel. Read More Read Less