Karla Carter Moreland was born and lived most of her life in Oklahoma. She is married and has two adult daughters, Elizabeth and Scarlett. Scarlett, who has illustrated other picture books, provided the illustrations for "Fishing With Daddy". Karla and her husband, Mike live in a rural area near Edmond, Oklahoma with their two dogs and two cats. She enjoys reading, gardening and visits with her grandchildren, Emma, Jonathan and Karston. This book is a dream fulfilled, and a tribute to her daddy. Born on his birthday, she describes her childhood-self, as his little shadow, and often underfoot. She says that the fishing trips were just one of the ways her parents demonstrated their love and… thus, earned the devotion of all six of their children. She hopes the book will inspire other parents to spend time in similar activities with their children.