Storm Run: The Story of the First Woman to Win the Iditarod Sled Dog Race

Libby Riddles. Paws IV Publishing, $16.95 (48pp) ISBN 978-1-57061-298-5

Storm Run: The Story of the First Woman to Win the Iditarod Sled Dog Race by Libby Riddles, illus. by Shannon Cartwright, recounts the 1,100-mile adventure, updating details in this new edition. An inspiring story packed with snapshots and detailed illustrations of winter gear, Iditarod equipment and the race route. (Jan.)

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