B. Barker, whose literary work has contributed to the colorful tapestry of pirate lore, is the author of 'Blackbeard; Or, The Pirate of Roanoke,' a historical novel that delves into the life and legends surrounding one of history's most notorious pirates, Blackbeard. While not much is widely known about Barker's personal life and other literary endeavors, this work stands as a testimony to the aut...