ABOUT LORIE D. CASTROMA American History (in-progress), BA Creative Writing and EnglishLorie is currently nearing completion of her MA in American History from Southern New Hampshire University. She holds a BA in Creative Writing and English, graduating Summa Cum Laude. Her main areas of interest are Colonial, Civil War, and Wild West era history, with an avid enthusiasm for medieval history. She loves spending time with her husband, kids, and grandkids, as well as traveling, watching period dramas, attending festivals, or hiking. She is an animal lover who is passionate about rescue and shelter animals, and is an advocate for pit-bulls.