L F PattenL.F. Patten has often characterized her multitude of interests as A.D.D of the right brain. Degreed in history and anthropology, her checkered career has included work as an archaeologist on medieval/castle sites in England, a tour guide at the Smithonian, a history teacher, herbalist, book editor, actress, musician, and pottery/jewelry instructor. She has been writing/editing for more than 30 years, publishing both articles and short stories. Her heroic fantasy novel, The Talent Sinistral, was written in loving tribute to her fellow right-brainers everywhere. Read More Read Less