Susan Marie ConradSusan Marie Conrad grew up on a farm in upstate New York, where she wandered wildly through acres of ponds, creeks, and forests. Her favorite things are the outdoors, water, and adventure. (And honestly, she can't be left alone in the same room with ark chocolate!) Now she lives near the Pacific Ocean with her sweet tiger-striped kitty "Moxie." She is a Washington State Book Award finalist and a Journey Award grand prize winner of the Chanticleer International Book Awards. She's currently working on her fourth book. When she's not writing or paddling, you may find her huffing up mountains, swooshing down ski slopes, or furiously pedaling her bicycle to be on time for dinner. Read More Read Less