A D MetcalfeAlyssa D. Metcalfe's life has taken many turns. Before becoming an author, she had yearslong careers as a line cook, a veterinary assistant, an equestrian professional, and a public safety telecommunicator. She did shorter stints as a stand-up comic, a taxi driver, and a stripper. As a writer, her short work has been featured in various online publications. She was born and raised in New York City and currently lives on Cape Cod. Read More Read Less