Melanie was born in a small town in southeastern Pennsylvania where she picked up aggressive driving habits and quality Amish cooking abilities. She graduated from Bob Jones University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Pre-Med in 1994. After a brief return to Pennsylvania, she relocated to South Carolina in 1995. She graduated with her Associate's degree in nursing from Greenville Technical College in 2002. She makes her home with her incredibly patient husband Frank and their three daughters, along with three furry kitties who in reality make the household rules. She is still working as a critical care nurse specializing in cardiovascular intensive care. She also has a secondary job role as an ECMO specialist. This is her first foray into the writing world. You can contact Melanie via email at melaniethurston@bellsouth.net.