I always liked to hear stories. At family reunions I lingered around the adults waiting for the storytelling to begin. I drove my grandmother crazy, because it is hard to tell the good stories when...view moreI always liked to hear stories. At family reunions I lingered around the adults waiting for the storytelling to begin. I drove my grandmother crazy, because it is hard to tell the good stories when there is a child refusing to go play with the other kids. At Shoreline Community College I studied under Professor Carol Orlock, who inspired me to consider writing as a major and the glory of Rule #13. Eventually, I was introduced to her husband, Professor Jack Cady, who taught me about Rule #14. After my A.A., I transferred to the UW in Seattle where I was extremely lucky to study under Dr. Charles Johnson who taught me to Rule #15. I truly hope you enjoy the adventures of Malcolm, Beloved and Heather, plus friends.view less