Samantha GillespieSamantha Gillespie was born in Mexico, where she grew up with her family until they returned to the States at age eleven. An avid reader from a young age, Samantha discovered a passion for writing during her years in college, which would eventually lad to finishing her first book, The Kingdom Within.

Samantha considered pursuing a degree in English Literature, but despite her family and friend's encouragement, she opted for a more practical career in Business. Now, with the publication of her first book under her belt, she occasionally hits herself on the head for it. Samantha currently lives in Houston, TX with her husband, David, and their pets, Foxi, Squeaky, & Tabbigail. Read More Read Less