A writer of children’s books and country songs, Buck Buchanan lives near Bozeman, Montana, but his personal background is ranching in Idaho, where most of his family still lives. The lead character in this story, Denni-Jo, is based on his cousin’s daughter, and he is quite passionate about girls being able to read books about real girls succeeding in real life ranching. A recently retired high school science teacher, Buck is also the Gallatin County Brand Inspector, so he’s able to stay in touch with his ranching roots.
