Shocking and Sad News - Author L.A. Banks has died.

Sad News! Author L.A. Banks (Leslie Esdaile Banks) has died after a battle with late stage adrenal cancer. She wrote 'Vampire Huntress Legend', 'Crimson Moon', 'Dark Avenger', and 'The Dark' series. She was a talented writer and will be missed. My condolences go out to her family, friends, and fans. Here is an article written by someone who knew her - Gregory Frost:
http://www.tor.com/blogs/2011/08/in-remembrance-of-la-banks-1959-2011