Darrell Lee, born and raised in Port Arthur, Texas, received his BS in Computer Science and moved to Houston for a job on NASA's Space Shuttle program. He currently works on software systems for the International Space Station. Darrell has been an avid reader all his life, especially science fiction. Another lifelong trait is that he craves a creative outlet. Down through the years it has taken many different forms: painting, charcoal drawing, photography, chess, and computer software. His ultimate goal as a writer is simple and challenging: leave a mark on the reader. He is a member of the Houston Writer's Guild and the Houston Writer's House.