C D HarperC.D. Harper was born in East St. Louis, Illinois. He is a retired Professor of Theatre Arts and Dance at California State University, Los Angeles. He served as Chair of the Department of Theatre Arts and Dance, founding Executive Director of the Harrett and Charles Lockman Fine Arts Complex, founder of the Luckman Jazz Orchestra, and served as the executive assistant to the President of the University. He holds degrees from the University of Illinois and St. Louis University. Dr. Harper has published several novels and a book of short stories. He resides in Gleneden Beach, Or. Read More Read Less