Joseph R GoodallJoseph R. Goodall was born in Auckland, New Zealand and spent his childhood in Florida. Inspired by books combining science, history and creative story-telling, he wrote and illustrated his own stories from an early age. A big backyard, close-knit exended family, and involvement in community service efforts all shaped his love of building relationships and exploring cities, parks and nature trails. Humanitarian aid efforts have taken him on trips to Bolivia, India and Haiti, deepening his curiosity about the significance of place-making, the way people live, and how to develop cross-cultural partnerships. A licensed engineer with a degree from the University of Florida, he has worked in land development for over five years, preparing site designs for housing communities, office developments, parks and a wastewater treatment plant. His writing focuses on family, faith, community relationships, identity, and coming-of-age. Joseph and his wife, Becca, live in Atlanta, GA. For more information and updates, visit: www.jrgoodall.com. Read More Read Less