For years, Josh worked as an instructor at Pebble Creek Ski Area in Idaho, teaching both kids and adults the joys of skiing and snowboarding. The story of Sally was inspired by the little things young skiers say and experience while flying down a mountain.

Sally is inspired by Josh’s niece, Naivee. Naivee learned to ski at the early age of three. To keep up with her three older brothers, Naivee quickly learned to overcome any fears and to send it on the mountain. Today she can be seen crushing black diamond runs or enjoying a cookie around the fire after a full day of skiing. Josh is hopeful that Send it Sally Goes Skiing will encourage other young readers like Naivee to learn to ski or snowboard and to love the thrill of winter sport adventures.