Josie, originally from the UK, worked in banking in London for ten years, before giving it all up to live a simpler life and to follow her passion for surfing. She now lives in the small town of Santa Teresa with her dogs, Pollyanna and Lulu. She surfs and writes every day, enjoying the incredible wildlife and the beautiful people of Costa Rica. She enjoys writing stories for children and also writes a blog for surf girls — www.sunkissedbeachbum.com.