Wild Flower Girl
Born to love the richness and magic of the wilds, Dana rode horses and learned to fly fish from her father, a legendary guide. She learned the names of flowers and trees, and the habits of animals that lived nearby . . . she knew what forces built the landscape she saw from her bedroom window, and grew up to find adventure in the wild places of the world.
Hers is truly a beautiful and fascinating story . . .
Upcoming Event:
Reading with “Wildflower Girl” author Dana Stewart Quinney
June 11 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
The Community Library in Ketchum
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