Diane Disque Kurz, born in Pennsylvania, and raised in Ohio, now calls New Jersey her home. She holds a BA in Theatre and an MA in Conflict Resolution and Reconciliation. Her lifetime of varied careers include, actor, singer, television announcer, broadcast media buyer, mediator, and paralegal. She is the author of the children's books: Why Does Grandma Drop Things?, Who Drank My Chocolate Milk?, and Little z and the Letter-Lifters. She also penned a book on her favorite subject called Shakespeare Sonnets as Scenes. Diane is retired and lives with her two cats and two dogs.