Charlotte Adelsperger is a former third grade teacher. She writes fiction, non-fiction and poetry for children. She is a regular contributor to Focus on the Family’s Clubhouse and Clubhouse, Jr. as well as other publications. Some of her children’s work appears on Sirs Discoverer Web site. She enjoys setting stories in European countries where she has traveled. Her extensive research on the Andrea Doria shipwreck of 1956 comes to life in her historical fiction, articles and presentations to groups. A graduate of Washington University, St. Louis, Charlotte also writes for adults. Her first book: When Your Child Hurts—Hope for Parents of Children Undergoing Long Term Medical Care.