Wheeler, Joyce: - Author Joyce Wheeler weaves a captivating tale of love, mystery, faith, and humor in her novel, Laughter in the Wind. Her enjoyment of the prairie and its people are evident as she describes rural life in South Dakota. From sale barns to the State Capitol, she gives authentic details from her hours of research. However, it is her love of children and their antics that give this book its humorous and poignant moments.