About

Carmen Epona Lake works as an office administrator by day, novelist by night, and Super Mom pretty much 24/7. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Economics with a minor in Business Administration. She spent some time as a horse trainer and horseback riding instructor. In addition to a lifelong passion for animals and equestrian sport, Carmen has been vegan for over ten years. Carmen’s thirteen years of Catholic school inspired her interests in Latin, ancient Greek, science, theology, and drama.

Carmen lives in southern California with her two young children, a cat, a dog and a horse. Her family came to the United States from Italy and Ecuador, sharing their inspiring experiences of immigration and starting over. She also has aphantasia- the inability to visualize imagery. Carmen’s mind works like a computer, allowing her to focus on details, themes, and intricate story outlines.

Published Novels

Kisses and Rumors COMING SOON November 10, 2026

Merrick Academy: Project Ponies October 15, 2025

Merrick Academy: Truth or Dare April 1, 2024

Untamed Immortal: The Second Kidnapping of Persephone November 15, 2023

Merrick Academy: Making the Team November 15, 2023