Barbara FloresBarbara Flores is known internationally as the designer of over thirty iconic food art posters for Ten Speed Press. She has authored three nonfiction books: Confusion Is a State of Grace, The Great Sunflower Book, and The Great Book of Pears, which was received an IACP (International Association of Culinary Professionals) award. Her literary work has appeared in many publications including the San Francisco Chronicle, Diablo and More magazine. Her teaching (writing) career expands twenty years at colleges on both coasts including UC Berkeley Extension, Moraga College, and Palm Beach Atlantic University. Flores has spoken at literary and food events, and in the media, including a guest spot on NPR's Splendid Table. She lives with her husband and dog, Pepper, in Palm Beach, Florida, and in Livermore, California. Read More Read Less