Kierra Sheard-Kelly is a singer, songwriter, actress, and activist from Detroit, Michigan, who looks to express herself and inspire others in everything she does. Part of the next generation of the legendary gospel group the Clark Sisters, Kierra began her solo career in 2004. She's created her own clothing line entitled Eleven60, has a bachelor's degree in liberal arts and sciences, and works with organizations dedicated to youth and female empowerment. Kierra is also the author of two books for teens, Big, Bold, and Beautiful and The Vibes You Feel, as well as the picture book Kiki Finds Her Voice.
Molly Kempf Hodgin is a writer and editor living in Nashville, TN, with her husband and two sons. She loves Jesus, cooking, live music, dancing, and owns way too many books. Molly has written children’s books for brands including Disney, Mattel, American Girl, Mad Libs, and Cartoon Network. She writes under various pen names including Lexi Ryals, Riley Brooks, Katherine Ryals, and Katherine O'Neil. Sometimes Molly even writes books for grown-ups.
Paul Kellam is an illustrator based in Jacksonville, where his first drawings began in crayon on his parents’ home walls. At an early age, he developed a love for art, inspired by the many cartoons he watched so passionately. Paul breathes life into his work using juicy hues and rhythmic shapes, proudly illustrating stories that celebrate diversity and paint all shades in a positive light. He illustrated the award-winning novel The Good Turn as well as Antonello: Mellow Fellow. Paul loves to eat (especially Chinese), tend to plants, and watch anime with his roomie.
