"Life, liberty and the Pursuit of adventure" is his lifetime motto. Kevin Karella was born on the frontiers of Alaska into a family of ten siblings, living a near subsistence lifestyle. Being raised with strong faith and Christian values by his father, a World War 2 Marine and pilot, gave Kevin a passion for life, flying and adventure. Kevin Started out his career as a pilot flying the Alaskan backcountry, he later joined the Army and flew combat and "Dust-off" helicopters all over the world. He is happily married to DawnMarie and between them they have four grown children and five grandchildren spanning the globe from Alaska to New Zealand.His writing career began recently when he awoke with a movie playing in his head. He decided to write some of it down on his cell phone as it was very intriguing. After nearly 20,000 words written with his thumbs, he decided to move the story to his computer. Twelve days later, he had accidently completed a 300 page manuscript and titled it Olivia's Hope. Even though he never aspired to be a writer, those close to Kevin will tell you he has spent a lifetime of relationships and adventures, in preparation for it.He is sadly a member of Gold Star Fathers.Now, As a full time Airline Pilot, he travels extensively, writing from many unusual locations, finding inspiration everywhere and spending his free time between Alaska and Texas.Read more about this authorRead less about this author