This is Karl's second book. The first was "From the Rough Side of the Mountain...Reflections of a Country Preacher". That book chronicled the life of his father, Milton Wayne Merritt, Sr. He has also had numerous articles published. For more information on his books and articles, visit karlmerritt.com.

He is married, has four children, four grandchildren, and moved back to his home state of Georgia in 2025.