Mara Bay, originally from Almaty, Kazakhstan, relocated to California in 1992 at the age of 50. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in English and a Master of Arts in Teaching from Grand Canyon University, obtained in 2002. Mara has worked extensively in two school districts and has shared her diverse experiences through her writings, ranging from life in Siberia to her challenges and achievements in the United States, emphasizing her educational pursuits and family dynamics.