Patricia Jean GilbersPatricia Gilbers is the daughter of a father who loved to tell stories, particularly of his life growing up in upper New York State during the depression. Now she loves telling stories including creating picture books and beginning reader books. She s the author of three series in the genres of children's books, romantic suspense, and science fiction, . She enjoyed a career in physical therapy, working a great deal with children, and lives in St. Louis with her husband and two cats. She is the mother of two exceptional people, grandmother of three brilliant humans, and now, great grandmother to a child who is obviously a genius. At the age of four she produced her play about a queen who lost her necklace. The neighborhood kids came, paid a penny, and received a cupcake. The play was a flop. The kids demanded their money back but kept the cupcakes. She is a graduate of Saint Louis University and firmly believes that the purpose of life is absolute joy. Read More Read Less