Deborah's grandparents were missionaries in Japan in the 1930's where her mother was raised. Consequently, Deborah's mother surrounded her with people of many cultures just as she had grown up. When Deborah was sixteen years old, she visited Japan and attributes the attendance to a Kabuki theatre play as the springboard for the story of Bumbling Bea. She has won awards as an author and drama teacher. In addition, she has directed over 250 full length productions with adults and children alike. She created countless drama classes and taught for over thirty-eight years. In her spare time she enjoys reading, seeing movies, traveling and serves as hand maiden to her two quirky cats. Check out her blog at Dramamommaspeaks.com or her website at DeborahBaldwin.net. You can email her at dhcbaldwin@gmail.com.