A former three-sport athlete in high school, Samantha grew up with a ball in one hand and a book in the other. From the moment her first-grade teacher asked her what she wanted to be when she grew up, Samantha knew she wanted to be an author. She writes young adult contemporary sports novels that serve up heart, humor, and a whole lot of hustle.

For more information about her and her books, visit her at www.samanthagudger.com or contact her at author@samanthagudger.com.