Deborah DeshonDeborah DeShon grew up on a farm in New England. She and her six siblings had the good fortune to be raised with numerous horses and ponies. Deb's talent and lifelong love of art emerged at a young age. She particularly enjoyed drawing and painting hr beloved equine companions. Eventually, Deb developed a passion for Endurance Racing. She liked the training, 100 mile rides, team effort, and the exhilaration of crossing the finish line. The sport took her all over the world as both a competitor and crew member. Meanwhile, Debby also focused on her artwork, taking numerous classes in painting, architecture, draft, and design. Her love and knowledge of horses comes through in her beautiful pastel, watercolor, and oil paintings. Deb and her husband, Jim, buy old homes in disrepair and bring them back to life with Deb's artistic talent and Jim's skills as a contractor. The couple have two children and four grandchildren. They spend their time between homes in Maine and Florida. Debby is a member of the Western Maine Art Group. Sergeant Reckless: Hero War Horse is her second picture book for children. Read More Read Less