It won’t come as a shock to hear that kids love animals. And nothing cements a memory like catching a glimpse of a critter while spending time outdoors. The only problem? Bambi, Thumper, and Violet ...

This is part of Alaska Authors, an occasional series about authors and other literary figures with ties to the 49th state. “I always tell young artists that the first 50 years are the toughest,” Doug ...