Shawn Johnson, the young woman from Des Moines, Iowa, captivated the world at the 2008 Beijing Olympics when she snagged a gold medal on the balance beam.
She previously co-wrote Joannie Rochette: Canadian Ice Princess and Yuna Kim: Ice.
About the Author: Christine Dzidrums holds a bachelor\'s degree in Theater Arts from California State University, Fullerton.
Shawn Johnson: Gymnastics\' Golden Girl chronicles the life and career of one of sport\'s most beloved athletes.
Shawn Johnson, the young woman from Des Moines, Iowa, captivated the world at the 2008 Beijing Olympics when she snagged a gold medal on the balance beam