I write books. I've always been a writer. I know it's cliche but I started writing almost as soon as I learned to read. I wrote a play for school—in the third grade—that they put on for Christmas that year. I've never quite forgiven my sister for getting married that night. I missed my own production! I've worked in various fields throughout my career. I was a cop, EMT, photographer, journalist, high school English teacher for special education, and most recently, a published author. I enjoy using the skills I've learned in those jobs in my writing. A little less research is needed when I write books with police or medical information. I love to hear from readers and other writers. I can be reached on Twitter at @HopeWelsh and my blog at http://hopewelsh.blogspot.com or my website at http://hopewelsh.com Authors write because they have a story to tell. They publish to tell you their story. Please be sure to leave a review when you read a book you enjoy. We do appreciate it, I promise.