Dawnne Ann Howarth, a native of Southern New Jersey ("I can see Delaware from my front porch") is a writer/author who dealt solely with the scientific field before this project, having Master's degrees in both biological and chemical disciplines before coming to Florida. Leaving science behind and now breaking into the world of fiction, she plans to concentrate on the State of Florida for her subject matter, because as so many say, "Florida is the gift that keeps on giving when it comes to material to write about." She is a voracious reader of books focusing on Florida-humorous, fiction and non-fiction. Dawnne is on the Honor Roll of Florida Master Naturalists and a graduate of Brevard Community College, receiving both AA and AS degrees. She is certified as an American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor and Water Safety Instructor and plans to return to school for a 4-year degree in English to help in her writing career.