Michelle Stark is a writer, lawyer, and farmer based in the Dundas Valley. She grew up in Waterdown and then pursued a combined honours degree in English and Anthropology at McMaster University before earning her JD from Osgoode Hall Law School. She built a distinguished legal career in Hamilton, where she became a partner at a prominent law firm and served as President of the Hamilton Law Association. After years of practicing law, Michelle embraced a second career in writing, blending her analytical skills with a passion for storytelling. Her work spans both creative and professional writing, including contributions to legal publications. Michelle and her husband, Tim, now run a small farm where they produce award-winning maple syrup and keep a flock of Shetland sheep, heritage breed chickens, Sebastopol geese, and three beloved mixed-breed dogs. For more about Michelle’s writing, visit MichelleStark.ca