Simone Knego, Author, keynote motivational speaker

A former CPA, turned equestrian entrepreneur, turned teacher who’s the mother of 6—3 adopted from S. Korea and Ethiopia. Simone Knego has the uncanny ability to both motivate and inspire others to be the good in the world.

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Sunayna Prasad, Children's fantasy author

Sunayna Prasad enjoys writing fantasy books for children, as well as cooking, creating artwork, watching online videos, and blogging. She has also written The Frights of Fiji, formerly titled as From Frights to Flaws. She is passionate about modern life, fantasy, and world-building. Sunayna has graduated from college in May 2017. She lives in Long Island, New York.

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Precious McKenzie, Children's Author, Creative Writing Instructor

Precious McKenzie has a Ph.D. in English from the University of South Florida. Her area of specialization is nineteenth-century British literature, so naturally, she loves those big, fat Victorian novels. She's taught at the University of South Florida, New College of Florida, and Montana State University's City College.

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Cindy C. Murray, Children's Author

I have always wanted to write books for children for one very important reason: to promote literacy.  It is well known when a student is not able to read by the third grade, their odds of finishing high school are very low. I want to help children find the fun out of reading and to help them get swept away in a story that they can get lost in.  I believe my three books in The Adventures of Sophie and Scottie chapter book series for ages 7 to 12 can achieve that.

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Donna M. McDine, Award-Winning Children's Author

My books take the reader on unique spell-bounding rides whether it be the adrenaline rush of escaping via the Underground Railroad, the slip of the ice beneath your skates, the harsh reality of the Royal Navy Press Gangs, the discovery of whale poachers at the beach, experience the first day of kindergarten nervousness or follow the journey of a rescued dog in finding his forever home.

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Kelly Pulley, Children's Author, Illustrator, Creator

When Kelly Pulley was very young he dreamed of being a cowboy, unfortunately he didn’t have a horse, a hat or a rope, so his range riding dreams were temporarily corralled. He did have a Deluxe 64-count box of Crayola crayons with a built-in sharpener—so instead of cow poking, he became an artist.

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Dr. Eyong Ebot, Consultant

Dr. Ebot Eyong is entertaining opportunities to discuss his newest book with professionals in all communities, teachers, librarians, and the business spectrum.

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Vicki Riske, Children's Author, Illustrator, Puppeteer, Puppet Workshops

My books are about relationships, kindness, love and fun. In The Polka Dot Tea Party, Jackie invites her friends to celebrate nature and have fun in the moment. We all share a wonderful planet that needs care and respect, Jackie wants her friends to stop and take a moment to enjoy our very large beautiful polka dot.

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Artie Bennett, Children's Author

Artie Bennett is an executive copy editor by day and a writer by night. He is the author of an inspirational, humorous, award-winning picture-book biography of a hapless, though beloved, racehorse: The True Story of Zippy Chippy: The Little Horse That Couldn’t. When Artie stumbled upon the story of Zippy Chippy, he found himself champing at the bit to introduce young readers to this remarkable tale of whoa! Zippy Chippy, a thoroughbred of impeccable pedigree …

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Michelle Lander Feinberg, Children's Author

I would love to visit your school (virtually) to discuss with the students different opportunities for them to help shelter animals. Not only will the animals benefit, but the children will also gain so much from their experiences. Helping others through contribution and time can help build and bolster a child's self-esteem, sense of belonging and purpose, and sense of fulfillment.

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