About the Author

Hi, my name is Janet Olson, Pen name JA Hoeper.

I grew up in the rural town of Madelia, Minnesota. I have one brother and one sister. I loved growing up in a small town. The greatest part was, I could have almost any kind of animal I wanted, as long as it would not try to eat me. So I had horses, baby sheep, a goat, dogs, cats, a raccoon and even two skunks. I would walk the skunks around in the park on leashes, and people loved it.

I then moved to Utah with my husband and children, studied with the Institute of Children's Literature while freelancing for Utah County Journal, for magazines, and did a touch of Poetry. I did take some time off from writing to enjoy my four children and it was well worth it. They turned out to be great adults. 

I have always loved to write, and  I’m hoping to inspire or impact young readers to use their imagination, and read any kind of book. Whether it be fiction or nonfiction. 

Thank you,

Janet