Born in Michigan in 1968, Doug grew up in southern Ohio and mid-Michigan. In college, he majored in Art and English. Doug married his wife, Sharon, in 1995 and currently works in IT. His hobbies include reading, writing, camping, movies, and photography. His novels have a spiritual underpinning and theme, like a parable. (i.e. Chronicles of Narnia.) However, they can be enjoyed by anyone, regardless of faith (or lack thereof). Over the years, Doug struggled with the disparity between the teachings and practices of modern Christianity and what he saw in the teachings of Jesus. He came to realize that a "relationship" with God was far more important than what denomination you were a member of. Although the author’s views may occasionally challenge the religious traditions of his readers, his books are in harmony with the Gospel of Christ and sound Biblical teaching. Doug and his wife currently reside just outside the Kansas City area in Missouri.