Michael R SchachtBorn and raised just outside of Albany, New York, Michael has been writing stories since he was nine years old. His passion for crafting fantasty worlds was born from the countless books he'd read with his grandfather as well as exploring scenic trais in Upstate New York and New England with him. After graduating from Ithaca College with a B.A. in creative writing, he set off for Europe and continues to pursue his passion for storytelling. Read More Read Less