Cheryl Dykema is a new children's author. She has a BA in English and prior experience as an assistant copy editor and writer. She is a lifelong resident of Michigan and currently ...ver maisCheryl Dykema is a new children's author. She has a BA in English and prior experience as an assistant copy editor and writer. She is a lifelong resident of Michigan and currently resides in the Kalamazoo area. I wrote My Doghouse Bass to inspire my nephew (a cellist) and other young musicians to not give up on their instruments—especially when the going gets tough. The best things in life are not the easy things. I hope my book is an enjoyable read, especially for those who are, or were, involved in school music.ver menos