A long time ago, Life Magazine published an article with a photo of a large white horse and its rider leaping over a monstrous seven-foot fence. Snowman, the horse in the photo, was purchased for $80 by Harry de Layer, off the back of a slaughterhouse truck. Their success is legendary in show jumping circles.The image stayed with Mona Marshall for years, and became the inspiration for the story of Dusty.

 

With illustrations reminiscent of the beloved story, Ferdinand the Bull, and a poetic flair reaching back to the days of Dr. Seuss, Mona Marshall has written and illustrated a heartwarming vintage style book, with a timeless message.

 

As a member of the Minnesota White Earth Ojibwe tribe, Mona has truly lived the message of her book, and it is her dream that this beautiful read-aloud story will inspire a new generation of children to dream big, work hard, overcome obstacles, and succeed.

 

Little Falls author writes children’s book, inspired by true story | Morrison County Record | hometownsource.com