Wendy Jane Henson grew up in Lewiston, Idaho at a time when Indian people still lived who were part of Chief Joseph’s run for Canada. As a child, she learned about Nez Pierce history and customs, as well as their struggle to survive in the years that followed the epic journey (A struggle that continues to this very day.).

Wendy, who began writing for print when she was in high school, has published poetry, articles and essays. Her passion for drama goes back nearly as far as her passion for writing. A produced playwright, she has written screenplays that garnered some awards and film options. Living near Portland, Oregon, she has taught creative writing and theater arts for Portland Community College, Marylhurst University, and Portland State University. She is the author of a college textbook, Screenwriting: Step by Step.