I was born and raised in California, but have spent my adult life in Utah, where I have raised four children with my amazing husband and super talented pianist and composer, David Tolk. I graduated with a BA in English Literature from Brigham Young University and an MA in Political Science from the University of Utah. I worked in politics for 13 years, became jaded, decided I wanted to give back and serve more, and became an English teacher! I have been teaching English for 11 years, currently teaching AP Language and Composition to high school juniors. I love watching them grow to become sophisticated writers. Along with writing, I also love to read, hike, run, bike, and travel! Eden is my debut novel.