Glenda Goertzen is a Canadian author whose love of biology and quirky ecosystems plays a strong role in her books. Born and raised in Saskatchewan, Goertzen spent many hours of her childhood writing stories. However, she initially chose a career in film and video production. After a decade of working a wide variety of multi-media positions, she was suddenly overwhelmed by a desire to be surrounded by books rather than TV screens. Shortly after launching into a new library career, her best-selling children's novel, The Prairie Dogs, was published. She now spends her days, at home and at work, surrounded by books in various stages of completion.