Ella Ahrens writes from the Piedmont Region of the Southern Appalachians. She grew up on stories of hard times and harder decisions, including her grandparents “running shine” through the coal mines of Southern Kansas. She is a trained court reporter turned professional copywriter, teaches GED Prep, and writes stories about average people and deadly decisions. You can watch the progress of her first novel and follow her on Twitter @EllaKAhrens and read more at EllaAhrens.com