Dena Madole always knew her path would be different. From an early age, she understood that she harbored an insatiable creative drive. This, coupled with a deep fascination for the natural world, kept her mind filled with ideas. While others were experiencing more traditional childhoods, she busied herself developing her abilities of observation and imagination. Years later, that same curiosity would inspire her to enter the arts. As a dancer, she captured the essence of movement and emotion. As a painter, she revealed the depths of the human experience. As a writer, she discovered the connection between the written word and the soul. As a photographer, she captured the intricacies of the natural world. Equipped with each of these talents, a sharp intellect and keen instincts, Dena Madole was able to forge a lifetime of meaningful adventure. From Oklahoma to New York to Germany and back again, A Book of Small Stories traces the remarkable trajectory of her life.