Alice Faye Horton was born in Chicago, Illinois and grew up in Forrest City, Arkansas. She has worked in the field of education for 36 years and currently serves as the Director of Programs for students with special needs in the Watson Chapel School District in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. In addition to children's books, Alice enjoys writing poetry. Her inspiration comes from the observation of everyday triumphs and struggles. She is inspired by the innocence of children, especially her six-year old granddaughter who provides her with a continuous supply of ideas and material for her writings. Alice...