Stephen Palmer retired early from a successful, big-firm legal career to focus on writing, public speaking, and serving in his church. Following the successful debut of his first novel, The Unlikely Candidate, Stephen published The Unlikely President, in October 2022 and The Unlikely Advisor in September 2024. Each novel in the series presents the foundational arguments for conservative politics and the Christian faith in a fast-paced, page-turning account of a previously unknown former governor of Mississippi. In addition to his writing, Stephen has a passion for personal finance. His speaking engagements examine the intersection of Faith, Finance, and Freedom. He has spoken at various marriage retreats and seminars for engaged couples. At these events, Stephen presents strategies for spending less and saving, investing and giving more, all in an effort to avoid having financial stress become marital stress. Stephen is originally from Jackson, Mississippi. He holds a degree in Banking and Finance from Mississippi State University and a law degree from Emory University. Stephen and his wife, Jennifer, have been married for over 30 years and have two daughters. The Palmers have recently moved home to Mississippi after three decades in the Atlanta area.