Charlotte Cook lives in North Texas with her dog, Skyrunner. She began writing poetry at an early age and had a winning essay published in junior high school. With her long-time passion for writing, she was quoted as an adult to joke, When I grow up, I want to be a Christian and a writer. Tragedies in Charlotte's life compelled her to share her experiences so others might know they are not alone. She enjoys herbology, creates leather masks and wire dolls, teaches and owns a yoga studio in her hometown, and is a faithful member of the Church of Christ. Outside Looking In is her first novel and the first in the series, Blessing in the Fire.