About the Author

Michael Dale Bowen of Aledo, Illinois was one of the first authors for A BOOK by ME. He wrote this story when he was eight years old and now, nine years later, it's about to be published and distributed to schools. Michael is a senior and ready to graduate from Mercer County High School. Since they met, Michael and his family have been friends with Esther, Saul and their daughter Jackie. Michael thinks of them as extended family and loves when they notice he made the honor roll at school. Michael is the youngest of six children and is preparing to attend Columbia College in Columbia, Missouri. His grandfather, Dale Bowen, was a flight instructor during World War II. Michael is very proud of his grandfather and all veterans who fought for Esther's freedom.