Dale L. Pitts was an educator for 44 years in the state of Texas. He served as a high school biology teacher, coach, high school principal, Superintendent of schools, professor at 4 different universities, assistant Director of Athletics at Texas Christian University, educational consultant, and also served as a Special Agent in the Federal Bureau of Investigation. He holds a BS in biology from Texas Lutheran University, Master's Degree from 3 different universities, and a doctorate from the University of Houston. Dr. Pitts has received a number of awards for his leadership in education. He has lived and worked in all areas of Texas and has had a myriad of experiences which lend themselves well to writing fiction. He lives near San Antonio Texas.