I am a mother of two boys, an 18 year old & a 3 year old. We live in North Attleboro, MA.

As a new mother, reading books to my son that showcase minority characters in roles of leadership as well as embrace diversity is important to me. As a result, I decided to create the Aris Brown book series. I am committed to creating stories that communicate powerful life principles that help support the values we instill in our children every day.

I’ve lived in California for virtually my entire life. I am a physician and practiced Pediatrics for 30 years. That was an incredibly fertile ground for inspiration, getting to see, on a daily basis, the boundless imaginations and creative minds of young children.

Tiffany “The Budgetnista” Aliche (@thebudgetnista) is one of America’s favorite personal financial educators. She’s a former preschool teacher of ten years and has her master’s degree in education.

My name is Shalise Gardner, I am a mother of three young adults and a grandma to my first grandson Malik. I have an MBA and MPA. I have worked in the social work field for over 20 years.

My name is Dr. Evona Lee Smith and I am a wife and mother of five children and a native of New Orleans, Louisiana. I received a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing from Dillard University at New Orleans as well as a Master of Science degree in nursing and a Doctor of Nursing Practice from Loyola University at New Orleans. I practiced as a registered nurse since 2003 and a family nurse practitioner since 2009.

I am a wife, mother, educator, and now new author. I have been
teaching for fifteen years. Writing children’s books have always been a
dream of mine. Working with children for years and having two
children of my own provided the insight that I used to help write my books.

My family and I have lived in several different states over the years. I’ve lived on the east coast, in the south, and currently reside in St. Louis, MO. with my husband and two daughters. Originally from Springfield, Ohio, I am happy to be back in the mid-west. Volunteerism is a passion of mine and over the years I’ve worked with several amazing organizations like the YWCA, Girl Scouts, Junior League, and Jack and Jill of America just to name a few.

A Perfect Bedtime story that I read after ages. This book is just an amazing read for children that encourages them to go to bed early.