Dave Shepherd is a recovering teacher who writes in various genres to slow the onset of senility. His first novel, “Singing in the Chipmunk Choir”, was written at a young adult level for his grandchildren to explain why he will die in poverty and to expose the nastiness of his only enemy, Girl Guides of Canada. His second novel, “The Only Thing Necessary: A Tale from the Cameron Line”, will appeal to adult readers of historical fiction and anyone who enjoys a fast-paced adventure with memorable characters. Dave lives near Barrie, Ontario. He has one wife, three children, and two cats. In no particular order, he enjoys motorcycle touring, good journalism, animals, gluttony, dark beer and scotch.