Anna-Marie James began her writing career as soon as she learned to write in cursive, about age seven or eight. She wrote "her stories" and shared them with family members. She delighted in their encouragement! A native of California, she graduated from college with a BA and then obtained her Master’s degree (M.A.) and Doctorate (Ph.D.). Throughout her professional career, she utilized her writing skills, publishing various literary works. In addition, she simultaneously has been writing novels, poetry, nonfiction, screenplays, and web sites. The concept of "service to others" is her motto. Thus, this book is dedicated to sharing with and helping others . . . in assisting interested persons, young and old, in being the best they can be. This book is dedicated to you, its reader.