A native of Jamaica and a Canadian, now US citizen, Donovan first became deeply interested in history, fiction and historical fiction as a child. His love for Bible stories also stems from his childhood, as his parents were people of deep faith who introduced their children to classic Biblical storybooks at a very young age. While in college in New York, a noted professor invited him to join his Honors English class, where Donovan showed a natural flair for expository writing and prose. His passion for the same continues to this day.

In addition to his writing ability, Donovan is an acclaimed musician, singer, composer and entertainer, with over 40 years of performances and world travel to his credit. He is as comfortable at a piano as he is at his writing desk. The creative and the artistic are driving forces in his life. He has also earned acting credits both on stage and screen and naturally loves both a great story, and great storytelling.

"The Cyrenian: Crossroads and a Cross" is the first book of the Cyrenian series, so stay tuned for more inspired stories from Donovan Peterkin!