Kevin Patrick Glavin’s ancestors were born and died primarily in Ireland. His surname has two possible Middle Irish etymologies: the County Mayo family used the older Ó Gláimhín, meaning “satirist,” while the County Cork branch used Mag Fhlaithimhín, meaning “prince.” Glavin himself grew up mostly in the Midwest. After receiving his BA in English and MAT in English Education from the University of Iowa, he sashayed like his forefathers—westward. He has been honored to teach many amazing students over the past 28 years at the elementary, high school, and collegiate levels, in the U.S. and abroad, but mainly in Claremont, California. Glavin and his family have settled farther west—in Orange County. In 2009, Glavin formed his own independent press to learn the art of the book in preserving memory and to ensure creative freedom. His first novel, "Rock Star's Rainbow," won the distinction of being named to Kirkus Reviews' Best of 2011 list. "All The Things You'll Do!" (2012) was his first children's book. His upcoming work, "Cemetery Sunday," the first in the Casket & Hope detective series set in the future, arrives October 20, 2026.