Beemus, Gatlin: - Gatlin is a Washington state based author and illustrator who finds inspiration through her cross-country travels and her pup's daily antics. JoJo is a Springer Spaniel Chocolate Lab mix who loves very big sticks and daily adventures.You can often find the pair out sailing along the San Juan Islands, hiking in the Mt. Baker Wilderness, or carrying big sticks through Bellingham's dog parks.