Monique Faison Ross was born in San Francisco and grew up as an only child in San Diego. She was raised primarily by her mom, Barbara, an industrial engineer. Her father, Earl Faison, was a four-time all-star defensive end for the San Diego Chargers. Ross works as a benefits administrator for a private company and has recently moved to the Jersey Shore. She has also served in various volunteer roles-from being a board of trustee member to running various committees. She previously served on the Connecticut Fatality Review Task Force. ​She became an "accidental author" when a group of friends convinced her that she had to tell her story. Her writings have appeared in Lilith Magazine and other publications. Ross is married, has four grown children, and is a doting safta.Website  ...