Midge Ballou SmithA California native, Midge Ballou Smith grew up near her two favorite places-the beach and the library. Formerly an elementary school teacher, she loves playing games with her grandchildren, where she's affectionately known as The G-force, due to a sightly competitive nature. When Midge is not writing, she enjoys traveling with her husband Steve, where every bend in the road is a new adventure. She currently resides in Northern Utah. Read More Read Less