Solino, Jayson

Bonnie Solino based her latest novel, "Kortdagbyen Island and the Secret Caves" on her experiences and knowledge of Norway and its wonderful people who gave her the color and characters of her book. While living in Western Pennsylvania, she and her family hosted a fun loving, energetic Norwegian exchange student for one amazing year. While sharing her American lifestyle with her new daughter, Bonnie discovered a different culture, too. She became fascinated with Norway and its traditions. Years later, she traveled to Norway to visit her new daughter and her family. There she experienced warm,