Outskirts Press, INC.

Robert Joseph grew up in Fountain Valley, California, the eldest son of a U.S. Army veteran turned police officer.

After initially working as an auto mechanic, Robert joined the U.S. Army and served 4 years as an M60A3 Tank Crewman in the 1st Armored Division. He and his tank crew received the Top Gun Award during the 1983 gunnery qualification while stationed in Germany.

Once he returned to civilian life, he became interested in computers and technology, ultimately making a successful career in that field.

After having larger dogs in the past, he and his family decided to adopt some smaller dogs from the local animal shelters, where they found Ali and Bella.

As a gift to the family and a dedication to two very special four-legged family members, Robert decided to honor them by writing a fun story about their imaginary adventures.