Merrill David grew up in Rhode Island, an avid fan of the New England sports teams, Marvel comics, and all-things Stephen King. He recently retired from a twenty-five year Law Enforcement career in the North Texas area and now resides in East Texas during the winters and back in New England for the rest of the seasons. David and his wife enjoy the outdoors, traveling and spending time with their five children and their Chiweenie dog named Vinny.