About the Author Richard P. Wasowski teaches English at Ashland High School in Ashland, Ohio. He earned his B.A. in English Language and Literature from Eastern Michigan University and his M.A. in English Education from The Ohio State University. In addition to teaching Advanced Composition and Humanities to A.P. high school students, he teaches writing at North Central State College. Special thanks to Richard's wife, Krista, who serves as his personal editor and administrative assistant, and to his two sons, Erik and Mitchell, who allow Daddy plenty of computer time in order to meet his deadlines.