Joanna StarnerJoanna Starner is a wife and mother born and raised in South Bend, Indiana, and has lived near a lake area in Minnesota. since the early 70s. The lake environment helps inspire her paintings. She has always done it as a hobby, but several people notied her talent. So, she accepted the offer to illustrate a book based on a true story. Joanna Starner is honored to capture a moment in history showing how a young boy living in harsh conditions rose above them to accomplish his dream. Read More Read Less