Timothy James, author of Treasure Mountain and The Destiny Stone, resides on Otter Tail Lake in west-central Minnesota. Since joining Firestarters, an artist collective in nearby Ottertail, he scribes at a weekly writer's group and scribbles at writing workshops.

In early 2008, Tim founded Dream Designs, a website and design company.

He enjoys swimming, soccer, tennis, biking, volleyball, and music.