T. D. Showalter found his love of storytelling by verbally telling hundreds of stories to the many children in his huge, extended family. The pre-teens in his family encouraged him to write. After retiring from his position as an urban juvenile court director in Kansas, Showalter is finally taking the time to develop these stories. As his family will relate, Showalter always ends his stories with life lessons, and therefore, each book will include a study guide. Currently living in Shawnee, Kansas, the author is always available for engagements.