My purpose in writing and illustrating my books of animal fiction is to bring a smile to your face and joy to your heart as together we celebrate all the beautiful creatures with whom we share this earth. As of late 2023, I have five books published in two series. And three more are in the works! I've been doing visual art nearly all my life. Working in several media-bott 2D and 3D-my subject is nearly always animals. But it wasn't until 2019, at the age of 72, I began writing. It was something I never thought I'd do, but when I realized I was 'telling stories' with my visual art, I decided to give in a try. And, of course, I couldn't resist illustrating what I wrote. My hope is that you will try my books, and-more importantly-enjoy them, the characters, and their stories as they walk their life paths.