Marilyn OwenMarilyn Owen was born and raised in Hawaii. She lived in Cuba for two years as young child and she would love to return for a visit in the not too distant future. From a young child, Marilyn loved hearing stories and when older she became an avid reaer. The small library on the island of Lanai turned into one of her favorite haunts. After graduating college, she taught elementary school in Gold Beach OR and the following year began her teaching career with Portland Public School where she shared her love of reading and writing with her young charges. She enjoyed putting her first graders on stage acting out songs or stories. They loved being in the spotlight. Several of her children's' stories have placed 1stplace or 2nd, or received Honorable mention in the Willamette Writer's Kay Snow Awards writing contest. Everyone Except Everett, illustrated by Michael Hague, is her first picture book. Read More Read Less