Wilson, C. B.: - C.B. Wilson's love of writing began after she read her first Nancy Drew book and reworked the ending. Studying at the Gemology Institute of America, she discovered a passion for researching lost, stolen, and missing diamonds. The big kind. Her fascination with dogs and their passionate owners inspired Barkview, California, the dog-friendliest city in America. C.B. lives in Peoria, Arizona, with her husband. She is an avid pickleball player who enjoys traveling to play tournaments. She admits to chocoholic tendencies and laughing out loud at dog comics.