Dale A SwansonDale Swanson is a published author, playwright, and poet. His historical novel, The Thirty-ninth man, was listed in the Star Tribune Best Books Read list in 2013. His poetry has been used in stage productions and two of his radio plays have aired staewide. His fantasy chapter book for middle grade readers, The Secret of the Hanging Tower, is the first in his Wild Ways series and relies heavily on his experiences with wild animal friends as a boy. Read More Read Less