Erika Taylor is the author and granddaughter of George Byram, the main character in Keeping Willow Creek. Erika is a former journalist who has always enjoyed asking questions and writing.

An essay about George Byram's life was first published in The Corona Silver Linings Anthology, and from there, the idea of Keeping Willow Creek was born.

Erika is passionate about how the past can helps us find meaning in our lives and is now working on her second novel.

Erika lives in Canada with her family, where she enjoys skiing and sunshine. Currently, she spends time on projects she is not qualified to tackle on the family farm.