I love experiencing different cultures, meeting new people, trying different foods, and having meaningful conversations. I love living life! I have visited 47 countries and over 35 U.S. states, and my love of travel drives my passion for writing.

I’m a proud first-time mom and thrilled to debut my first children’s book, Island Dreams on New Land: Isabela’s Journey. As a proud Latina, I cherish the vibrant cultures of both my Puerto Rican and Dominican roots.

Julie Busuttil is an accomplished author who discovered her passion for writing in
2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic. As a mother of four, a creative development
coach, and an intuitive medium, Julie has a unique perspective on life, expression and creativity. Her muggle career has been as an Environmental Scientist.

Hello, my name is Cherese “Talena Skye” Bracey” I am an Early Childhood Teacher, Song Writer, Voice Over Artist and Author. I have been an educator for many years. My years in early childhood education inspired me to create an early learning reading enrichment program. My mission is to help children fall in love with reading, by making books their friends.

Hi, my name is Arleen McCarthy, and I am so proud to say that I am a native New Yorker. I have been a teacher in New York City for over 25 years and I am also an author of a debut children’s book, MY FRIEND JOHN.

Hi, my name is Jo Galloway, and I live on the beautiful Mid North Coast of New South Wales, Australia. I’ve spent over 30 years working with horses and have a deep love for nature and the outdoors. I share my life with my wonderful husband and a variety of farm animals. In 2018, I trained as a hypnotherapist, driven by my passion for understanding the mind’s potential and my desire to help others. This journey led me to realise that our future happiness often begins in childhood. Inspired to make a positive impact, I began writing to help inspire and guide children towards brighter, more fulfilling futures.

My name is Sheila Galle Espejo, and I’m an author who’s super passionate about storytelling, especially for kids and teens. I love weaving together fun, imagination, and deeper life lessons in my books to inspire young minds. Spirituality and energy play a huge part in how I create my characters and stories. I really believe the world would be so much brighter if we could teach our little ones about the power of positivity, gratitude, and the magic of manifestation early on.

Hello, I am Lori Gard. I am a writer, teacher, school counsellor, counselling therapist, a mom to four great kids, a sister, daughter, wife and friend. I love long walks and hikes, reading books, listening to podcasts, playing piano, singing, eating out, attending plays, kayaking, spending time near water, traveling, playing games and being with my family. That’s me in a nutshell. Whew!

Hi, we are a mother and daughter duo. Claire is in 7th grade, loves softball and hanging out with her friends and family.

From a young age, I have been drawn to art and all things color. I’m always on the lookout for new creative projects to attempt. One day, you might find me refurbishing a vintage piece of furniture, while the next, I’m hand painting wallpaper on my living room wall. It’s these creative projects, including my book, that bring me so much joy.