Katia RitchLocked behind the Iron Curtain, Katia Ritch worked as a political journalist and escaped into fantasy books at night. Once the Curtain rusted through, she embarked on an adventure to explore the world, taking on board her passion for reading and weavng stories. Katia traveled through time and space until one day, she stepped out of the plane into the skinny shade of Southern California palm trees, and a small voice inside whispered, 'You are home.' She has resided there ever since with her husband, a red-headed dog, and two gray cats. Katia loves talking to rain and wind, perfectly aware that she would be burned at the stake during medieval times. Read More Read Less