Elaine N RussellElaine Russell is the award-winning author of two adult and five children's books. She loves traveling and many of her books are based in part on places she has visited. She enjoys weaving the culture and history of other countries and people into he stories. She has a Bachelor's degree in history and a Masters in economics. She worked for many years as a researcher and consultant on environmental issues before turning to writing, her true vocation. Elaine lives with her husband in Sacramento, California, and part time on the island of Kauai. There is nothing as rewarding for her as the creative process of creating a good story. Read More Read Less