Pamella Bowen is a native Californian who earned her B.A. and teaching credential in English from Cal Poly University, Pomona, then went on to teach for thirty-three years in various inland area high schools.  After retirement, she gladly put down her red pen and took up her laptop to write novels, several pieces of non-fiction, poems and many song lyrics. Her latest venture is self-publishing inspiring books for adults and children. As of 2021, she has written and published thirteen titles, including devotionals, historical novels, romance, memoir, and children's books, available on Amazon.   Bowen has two adult daughters and lives in California with her husband and publishing partner, Don. Find her blog and books at Pamellabowen.com or at GreenandPurplePublishing.com.