Lauren Deen was a dancer as a child who developed a passion for cheerleading while getting a Fine Arts degree at Duke. She has combined her love of cheer and writing to bring The Cheer Series to life. When she is not writing she can be found running on the beach, hiking the local trails, and playing the role of Volvo-driving soccer mom to her growing brood of children. She is hopeful that at least one will follow in her footsteps and love to cheer.