Cindy Villanueva

Cindy Villanueva has a unique combination of talents: She's an 8th degree black belt and a contemporary romance author. Her books feature brave women who face and overcome profound struggles, discovering the transcendent joy that only comes from taking risks in friendship and love. Books in her Blooming series include Bread Pudding in Barcelona (2024), Something Will Sing to Your Heart (2025), A Thistle in the Cevennes (coming in 2026), and the yet-untitled book four (coming in 2027). Originally from California, Cindy lives with her husband in New Smyrna Beach, Florida.