Her book
Joy’s nonfiction book, Crackerjack Bands and Hometown Boosters: The Story of a Minnesota Music Man, was published in July 2019 (Nodin Press).
The e-book version was published in July 2026 (Middle West Press), and an audiobook version published Aug. 4, 2026!
The book recounts the extraordinary exploits of her paternal great-grandfather, a pioneering band director, and his talented pianist wife through times of war, peace, economic hardship, and personal tragedy. Ultimately, it’s about the power of music to transform lives and connect people across generations.
Buy the e-book version HERE.
Buy the audiobook HERE.
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