K. Shurley-Han grew up in a small ranching community in Texas. Her upbringing was shaped by the culture of the border¬lands. She attended college at Texas A&M University, where she graduated with a...view moreK. Shurley-Han grew up in a small ranching community in Texas. Her upbringing was shaped by the culture of the border¬lands. She attended college at Texas A&M University, where she graduated with a BA in English. Kristen currently lives in Dallas, Texas, with her husband and two daughters. She enjoys reading, gardening, and yoga. One of her strongest beliefs is that everyone has a story to tell and should have the opportunity to tell it.view less