Paula Vergara grew up in Needham, Massachusetts, and is the youngest of four, quick-witted siblings.
Early on, Paula's parents (one from Spain), instilled in her a deep love of library books, encyclopedias, nature, beaches, paella, music, and sports.
She grew up in a humor-filled, Catholic—yet unapologetically liberal household, where learning was a priority, the Boston Bruins were revered, and laughter was always loud.
Armed with an independent streak and a lifelong passion for learning and storytelling, Paula carved out a career on the road less traveled, spending a decade working
in marketing at WGBH/NPR in Boston, followed by six years as a professional Tennis Writer (highlighted by Roger Federer holding the door for her at the US Open),
as well as many years as a Multi-Media Journalist.
Paula currently resides in Maryland.