Ashley Michel is a Louisiana native who enjoys knitting, crocheting, martial arts, reading and writing. She works full-time as a librarian, and also serves as an assistant Scoutmaster to two troops and a Cub Scout Pack. As a former massage therapist, she has a lifelong interest in natural health, the use of aromatherapy, organic nutrition, meditation, and is also a Reiki practitioner and instructor. She lives in Baton Rouge with her husband, son and two very spoiled cats.