Josephine GarnerJosephine Garner is from a small, working class, African American community near Dallas, Texas, known as Bear Creek. Although now living near Atlanta, Georgia her roots remain deeply grounded in East Texas history and culture. As a social worker Garnr has a successful career in public service, working to promote health and social justice. She focuses her writing on the exploration and celebration of all the fascinating complexities of life. A Banner of Love is her second novel. Read More Read Less