About the AuthorThis debut children's book springs directly from life with Jolie, a real miniature dachshund whose daily curiosity and joy inspired her human family to share her adventures with the world. Author Kristina began college as an English major before graduating with a journalism degree, always harboring a passion for writing but never quite knowing what story needed telling until Jolie arrived.A lifelong dog lover, Kristina believes deeply in giving back to the animals who bring us so much joy. A portion of every book sale goes directly to help animals in need, making each purchase a way for readers to join the mission of supporting animal welfare organizations.Living in downtown Durham, North Carolina, with her husband and their four-legged inspiration, Kristina has discovered that life with a dachshund means constant adventure. Whether it's dachshund meetups, travel planning that includes a small dog, or simply delighting in Jolie's boundless curiosity and love for exploring the world around her, each day brings new material for storytelling.When not writing or following Jolie around with a camera, Kristina stays active through daily workouts and hiking, travels to explore new cities and cuisines, and reads voraciously. The family's adventures, both big and small, often center around accommodating their travel-loving dachshund."Jolie's Great Backyard Dig" is an interactive children's book launching what will be a series celebrating the wonder that comes from seeing the world through curious eyes. Readers can follow future adventures at joliespawsome.com and on social media @jolie_the_dachshund.