Introducing the made-up true story...

He was cranky, stubborn and at times exasperating, but he was also insightful, imaginative and considerate. Master Jeffrey is based upon the real-life person who was my brother-in-law Jeffrey, whom I loved but lost in the early Spring of 2013.

Jeffrey's passing left a void in a lot of people's lives. When I first considered trying to chronicle his adventures, I knew it would make a fine work that would inspire readers with his courage and determination. I also realized that Jeffrey would have hated it, because even though...