Don Kaufman grew up in western North Dakota and is a career Professional Land Surveyor. Also
a technical writer, he is the author of several articles relating to the surveying and engineering profession, including "The
Receivership Solution: Protecting the Rights of Minority Stockholders." In addition to writing, his other interests include
mountaineering and woodworking. He is a Certified Personal Trainer, Herbalist and Hypnotherapist.
He currently lives in Estes Park, Colorado, with his wife, Nan. He and Nan are award-winning
authors with interests that range from health and fitness to the paranormal. Their work has appeared in Fate Magazine, Mysteries
magazine, as well as technical and financial publications. In addition to Learn to be Lean: A Guide to Permanent Weight Loss,
they are currently at work on How I beat Diabetes: A Survival Guide.