Robert L DemayoRobert Louis DeMayo is an award-winning author and seasoned adventurer whose life is defined by exploration and a lifelong curiosity about the world. Originally from Hollis, New Hampshire, DeMayo left a successful career as a biomedical engineer to travel across nearly one hundred countries, journaling extensively during the final years before the digital age transformed travel. An active member and former chapter chair of The Explorers Club, he has supported expeditions and initiatives around the globe while forging a life deeply rooted in adventure. DeMayo's love of learning and new experiences led him to roles as a travel guide in the Yukon and Alaska, a marketing director with Eos Study Tours, and as manager of a jeep tour company in Arizona. Now based in Sedona, Arizona, he writes full-time and speaks to audiences about literature, exploration, and personal transformation. His wide-ranging adventures and distinctive perspective continue to shape his outlook and engage readers of all backgrounds. Read More Read Less