J K RussBorn and raised in Northern California surrounded by livestock and agriculture, Janice enjoyed small town living. Growing up, stories about animals captivated her. She remembers fondly sitting in a rocking chair reading with her mom and brother "The ale of Tom Kitten" by Beatrix Potter. (She admits to this day, neither she nor her brother can remain still while sitting. "That reassuring rocking motion while reading those first books was to influence our behavior forever more," she fondly recalls.) As a young adult she grew passionate in her belief that children should always have confidence in their own self-worth. She penned "How Joey Became King," her first book, to remind readers that what makes them different from others need not limit their dreams, but may help them achieve their dreams. And if her book also reveals to her readers why it is unwise to "judge a book by its cover" - well, that would be an added bonus. Read More Read Less