Alayne Kay Christian is a writer, certified life coach, and proud grandmother to three-year-old Elle. Butterfly Kisses for Grandma and Grandpa was born out of the struggle and longing she experienced as a “remote” grandparent and her dedication to ensuring that Elle felt the love of her grandparents when they could not be together. Born in the Rockies, raised in Chicago, and now residing in Raleigh, North Carolina, Alayne’s writing shares the creative spirit and kinship with nature that organically resides in her heart. You can learn more about Alayne by visiting www.innerpassages.com.

Joni Stringfield is a lifelong artist and freelance illustrator specializing in children’s creations. Having recently completed illustrations on the picture book Circle of Three, Joni makes her second foray into this genre with Butterfly Kisses for Grandma and Grandpa. As has been the case since childhood, she spends her time drawing, painting, and reading. Currently living and working in San Francisco, California, Joni feels fortunate to be able to employ the artistic passions of her youth in her professional (and somewhat grown-up) career. You can visit Joni's website at www.jonistringfield.com

Sandra Haven of Bristol Editing Services specializes in fiction and memoirs, providing critiques on finished manuscripts and one-on-one editing/coaching services for writers and publishers.

Susan Greenwood Schroeder is a freelance graphic designer living in northern California. With a knack for children's products, and a background in children's publishing and marketing, Susan specializes in design for books, catalogs, posters, marketing, collateral, ads, newsletters, annual reports, packaging, and identity systems for consumers of all ages. You can visit Susan at www.sgsdesignstudio.com.