We are thrilled to celebrate Catwalk alum Jean Zimmerman on the upcoming publication of her memoir Heartwood, Woundwood, and Ladytrees: An Accidental Arborist Finds Joy and Courage in the Tree World (Broadleaf, Fall 2026).
In this powerful work, Jean shares how she discovered serenity and hope through the world of trees after facing two life-transforming challenges: first, reinventing her livelihood under difficult circumstances, and later, navigating the profound trials of ALS. Her writing intertwines resilience, nature, and human courage, offering readers a deeply moving exploration of healing and transformation.
Congratulations to Jean on this remarkable achievement—we are honored to celebrate this milestone with our Catwalk community!