Debbie worked for 15 years as an Account Executive for an engineering firm before becoming a stay-at-home mom to raise and homeschool her son. In 1994 she had the privilege of being part of the inception team of a local Christian disaster relief organization. Because of her passion for books she has worked in the book industry for seven years in various capacities. She has worked for an internet-based rare book search company, provided management for a Christian retail bookstore, and ran an online eBay store. She resides in Mission Viejo with her husband Scott and their son, Josh.