Ritchie grew up and lives in central Maine. After retiring from the paper industry, he began his journey into writing despite the challenges of living with Parkinson’s Disease. He has authored several children’s books published under the pen name, Madison Maine. Ritchie continues to craft unforgettable characters and memorable stories, captivating a loyal audience with his unique storytelling and life experiences. He took on a new challenge recently by writing his first urban fantasy novel for adults, Dark Witches & Mystical Misfits.