E. C. Ambrose writes knowledge inspired adventure fiction including Drakemaster, from Guardbridge books; The Dark Apostle series about medieval surgery (DAW); and the Bone Guard archaeological thrillers as by E. Chris Ambrose. In the process of researching her books, Elaine learned how to hunt with a falcon, clear a building of possible assailants, and pull traction on a broken limb. Her short stories have appeared in Fireside, Warrior Women and Fantasy for the Throne, among many others, and she has edited several volumes of New Hampshire Pulp Fiction. A graduate of the Odyssey Writing Workshop, Elaine has returned there to teach, as well as at conventions and writer's groups across the country. She has judged writing competitions from New Hampshire Literary Idol to the World Fantasy Award. Elaine dropped out of art school to found her own wholesale gift business. Former jobs include professional costumer and part-time adventure guide. In addition to writing, Elaine incorporates weaving, dyeing and felting into unique garments. To learn about all of her writing, check out RocinanteBooks.com