KImberley Willis lives in the country in Michigans thumb area with her husband Steve and numerous pets. She is the author of 4 books, Complete Idiots Guide to Country Living, Raising Chickens for Dummies, Knacks Guide to Canning, Pickling and Preserving, and Beer- a Cookbook. She worked for MSU Extension for 14 years answering garden and poultry questions for the public and coordinating garden education. She enjoys writing about her favorite topics.