Carolyn Emery holds a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Theatre from the University of the Ozarks, along with additional minors in Education and Art from the University of Oklahoma, the University of New Mexico, and East Central University. Her professional experience includes roles in journalism, technical editing, quality assurance, and forensic document examination. She has also served as an adjunct instructor at Moore-Norman Technology Center. In her spare time, she enjoys watercolor painting and creating chainmaille jewelry.