Living a quiet, sheltered life in a small, country town in Northern California led me to a love of books at an early age. This love inspired me to write throughout my life. Joining a helpful writer...view moreLiving a quiet, sheltered life in a small, country town in Northern California led me to a love of books at an early age. This love inspired me to write throughout my life. Joining a helpful writer's group and taking writing courses over the years has improved my storytelling ability.view less