David Hanig grew up in Chicago but has since lived in the Pacific Northwest. For over four decades, he worked in public service in community mental health programs and as a senior manager in Washington State's Medicaid program. Following six years working for the state Senate, he served as Vice President of a national health care consulting firm. Now retired, he lives in Olympia, Washington. When he is not writing, Hanig enjoys gardening, practicing yoga, and studying mysticism.