Name: Kimberly Merz Education: Lake Forest College (BA), Trinity International University (MA/T) Hometown: Buffalo Grove, IL Current Town: Palatine, IL Family: Husband (Andrew), 2 brothers (Dave and Adam), 1 dog (Lucy, 3 years old) Favorite Books: A Tale Dark and Grimm, Wonder, The One and Only Ivan Favorite Movies: Hunger Games, Frozen, Percy Jackson Color: Pink sparkle Food: Pasta (and candy) Animals: Dogs, Kangaroo