Todd and Julie Thompson
Julie Thompson, Publisher
I grew up in the Texas Hill Country, so this beautiful part of Texas has always been home to me. I love its people, its history, its small towns, its ranches, and the stories that make each community unique.
In 2005, I purchased the company from another couple when it had just two publications. Today, I’m proud to now publish four: Hill Country SUN, Welcome to Wimberley, Hill Country River Region Visitor’s Guide, and Southwest Hill Country Hunting Guide.
What I love most about my work is getting to know the Hill Country and sharing what I discover with others. There’s always another story to tell, another person to meet, and another place to explore.
When I’m not working, I enjoy traveling and spending time outdoors with my husband, Todd. We love spending time with our family and friends, and with four children between us, all in their twenties, there’s never a shortage of adventures and memories to make.
As much as we love traveling and seeing new places, we’re always happy to come home to the Hill Country.
I feel incredibly fortunate to make a living doing something I love—and to share this special place with you. Welcome to the Hill Country. I’m glad you’re here.
Todd and Julie Thompson
Julie Thompson, Publisher
I grew up in the Texas Hill Country, so this beautiful part of Texas has always been home to me. I love its people, its history, its small towns, its ranches, and the stories that make each community unique.
In 2005, I purchased the company from another couple when it had just two publications. Today, I’m proud to now publish four: Hill Country SUN, Welcome to Wimberley, Hill Country River Region Visitor’s Guide, and Southwest Hill Country Hunting Guide.
What I love most about my work is getting to know the Hill Country and sharing what I discover with others. There’s always another story to tell, another person to meet, and another place to explore.
When I’m not working, I enjoy traveling and spending time outdoors with my husband, Todd. We love spending time with our family and friends, and with four children between us, all in their twenties, there’s never a shortage of adventures and memories to make.
As much as we love traveling and seeing new places, we’re always happy to come home to the Hill Country.
I feel incredibly fortunate to make a living doing something I love—and to share this special place with you. Welcome to the Hill Country. I’m glad you’re here.
John and Melissa Ball
Melissa Maxwell Ball, Editor
I’ve been creating and shaping Hill Country SUN publications for more than 20 years and now serve as editor of all four. I’m happiest somewhere between a blank page and a finished publication — bringing together the stories, photography and design that make each issue its own.
I love creating things, figuring things out and taking on something I haven’t done before.
I live in Wimberley with my husband, John, and when I’m not working, you’ll usually find me traveling, spending time with family and friends, or at home with our animals.
John and Melissa Ball
Melissa Maxwell Ball, Editor
I’ve been creating and shaping Hill Country SUN publications for more than 20 years and now serve as editor of all four. I’m happiest somewhere between a blank page and a finished publication — bringing together the stories, photography and design that make each issue its own.
I love creating things, figuring things out and taking on something I haven’t done before.
I live in Wimberley with my husband, John, and when I’m not working, you’ll usually find me traveling, spending time with family and friends, or at home with our animals.