Kariss Lynch began her writing career in third grade when she created a story about a magical world for a class assignment. Chasing her dream into college, she received a degree in English from Texas Tech University and fell in love with writing characters with big dreams, adventurous spirits, and bold hearts. Kariss is a die-hard Texan, proud aunt, and a gypsy at heart, traveling whenever she can but always finding her way back home. She and her husband live in Dallas with their dog, Maverick. Connect with her at karisslynch.com.