S.A.J. Lyttek, an award winning writer, has always loved to write, but didn’t arrive at the profession in the typical manner. Graduating with a B.A. in International Economics and an M.A. in Management and Supervision she plunged into business and government consulting. In this environment, she discovered a knack for writing tests, interviews and other measurement tools. Soon, that became the focus of her career—reigniting her love for the written word. She began to spend her nights freelancing with “fun” writing including short stories, poems, articles and cards. Finally, in 1995, she quit the 9-5 work world to stay home, write and raise her then 14-month son. Not long after, homeschooling intrigued her. Since preschool she has homeschooled both sons as well as continuing to freelance. She has also developed and taught writing classes to her local homeschool groups. Since their inception, she has been a writing coach for WriteAtHome.com.  Married to her childhood sweetheart, Gary, since 1983, Mrs. Lyttek loves to share her commitment to homeschoolers and her fascination with the written word.