As a result of suffering from epilepsy, Ed knows what it feels like not to belong as well as the adverse effects of discrimination, which his first book, You Belong Now is about (go to youbelongnowbook.com for further details). In addition, his 15 years working in ministry and counseling have shown Ed the many nuances that feelings of failure and defeat take on people’s lives and the deep wounds they cause, which is the subject of his second book; Back Booth. Ed currently lives in Belleair Bluffs Fl with his wife Michelle and his daughter Emily. His son Tim lives in Safety Harbor Fl. Ed is currently working on his third novel entitled “The Voice You Use to Sing With”. It is about abortion laws and gun ownership and their societal affects. In addition to his boundless love for his family, in his spare time Ed enjoys nature and the arts.