Ellen Alexander is the author of The Dinswood Chronicles, an exciting mystery-adventure series featuring Emma Higsby and her friends at Dinswood Academy. Blending the intrigue of Nancy Drew, the lasting friendships of Harry Potter, and the fun and adventure of The Goonies, this series is appropriate for readers age 10+.Ellen, a retired teacher, resides in the small town of Dixon, Missouri with her husband Jim. She enjoys spending her days writing stories inspired by the great mysteries she grew up reading.