Who Is Pat Dump?

"Who is Pat Dump?" is a whimsical children's picture book that tells the story of an eccentric and mysterious lady who lives in a trash dump. Sightings of this recluse are comparable to that of Sasquatch. This book instantly grabs the reader's attention as the humorous poetic lines describe this beastly troll who ransacks garbage cans for crude treasures, stuffs herself with fatty cuisine, and spooks children in local parks. Ken Cross is both the author and illustrator of this book that is appreciated by readers who enjoy a unique, eerie, and comical approach to children's writing.

Ken Cross was born in Kingsport Tennessee and raised in southwest Virginia. People who know him recognize his gift for art and creativity. Ken served four years in the U.S. Army and is currently attending college at Colorado State University in Pueblo Colorado. He hopes to someday become a "Renaissance man."