Beth Anderson has always been fascinated by language - yep, a word nerd. A former teacher, she now loves digging into history and culture for undiscovered gems, exploring points of view, and playing with words. Beth is drawn to stories that open minds, touch hearts, and inspire questions. When she’s not writing, she might be weaving, gardening, exploring nature, or playing with her grandkids. Born and raised in Illinois, she now lives near the mountains in Colorado. Beth believes in laughter, learning, and…that truth really is stranger than fiction. Beth has more historical gems on the way. From serious to quirky, she’s found some historical characters we can all relate to. And she’s on the lookout for more…