Darren Shell has authored many works in fiction as well as compilations of historical nonfiction books about his hometown of Livingston, TN, and Dale Hollow Lake. Shell was raised on the lake and was compelled to record the lake's rich history, especially those concerning the creation of this manmade lake and its prior residents that were forced to move from their beloved homes. At the time of this writing, he still offers historical tours and ghost walks in Livingston. He resides with his wife in Allons, TN, near family and the lake that he loves. They are blessed with two children and eight grandchildren.
