Courtney A. Bown is the author of Letters From a Concerned Friend (PublishAmerica 2004), BJ Goes to School (PublishAmerica 2007), In the Process (Lulu.com & Somebody's Answer LLC 2011) and now BJ and the Bully (Lulu.com & Somebody's Answer LLC 2012) Courtney seeks to write publications which encourage self improvement and purposeful life engagement. It is her belief that life is a beautiful gift of God given to humanity. What man does with life is an offering of thanksgiving to the world. Courtney supports the joyful pursuit of purpose and recommends that each exploit be completed through one's unique ability which is free of comparison or competition. In the future, Courtney plans write more children's books and books of encouragement. She additionally plans to write instructional manuals, curriculum guides, and textbooks. She currently serves as a third grade teacher.