Caryn Gottlieb FitzGerald has been writing since childhood. She holds a B.A. in Criminal Justice and a certificate in Women’s Studies from Florida Atlantic University in addition to a Masters degree in Professional Studies in Human Relations from NY Institute of Technology.

Caryn is a former LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) and has worked within the criminal justice system with medium security inmates as well as in the community sector and with survivors of domestic violence. Today, she uses her skills to assist others as a life coach and sought after speaker who shares her story of surviving and thriving after living with eating disorders, abusive relationships, goal setting and achievement and using one's personal power to create change in the world around them.

Caryn also teaches online and in-person seminars on self-publishing and the use of online social networking sites to generate and connect with people worldwide. Caryn writes about inspirational topics on her blog EmbracingMyJourney.com and also contributes to the Communities at the Washington Times by writing a column entitled: Changing Your Life, Living Your Passion."

Her writing style varies as Caryn finds herself comfortable in writing both fiction and non-fiction genres. Caryn has been published in several arenas including psychological journals, newspapers, blogs, compilations, fiction and self-help books. Caryn resides in a small town south of Fort Worth, Texas with her family. She enjoys spending time outdoors and is actively involved with her daughter's school and in the local community.