Author Lyle Nicholson spent several years working for security companies, providing security systems and programs for oil companies. 

He then started his own marketing company to provide safety products to oil companies in both Canada and Alaska.

All the while, he was writing short stories and for both magazines and newspapers and taking courses in Enlgish Literature.

On retirement, Lyle took up his passion for writing full time, and now resides in a small city in Western British Columbia where he indulges his passion for writing, cooking and fine wines.