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    I. ANGELICA GARCIA

    AUTHOR
    I. Angelica Garcia     is a Salvadoran/Mexican American author and academic counselor based in Texas. She is the author of The Enchanted Notebook, a whimsical children's book inspired by her daughter and written as an homage to her mother, whose journey from El Salvador helped shape the story's themes of hope, resilience, and family. A proud graduate of the University of Texas at Austin with a degree in Spanish Literature, Angelica channels her cultural heritage and vivid imagination into writing stories that inspire wonder, self-discovery, and belonging in young readers.

    With well over fifteen years of experience in education, Angelica serves as a high school academic, college, and career counselor at a Title I public charter school in South Austin. She is deeply committed to supporting historically underserved students, many of whom are first-generation college-bound, as they pursue their academic and personal goals.

    Inspired by her experiences as an educator, wife, mother, and the daughter of immigrants, Angelica is passionate about helping young people recognize their strength, embrace their dreams, and see themselves reflected in the stories they read. Whether she is reading, writing, lifting, or mentoring, Angelica is driven by a deep passion for helping others truly believe in their own unique, limitless, personal potential.

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    CHRISTOPHER PALMER

    AUTHOR

    Christopher Palmer is the author of the upcoming children’s book Daddy’s Ears of Love, a heartfelt story celebrating the special bond between father and child. Passionate about nurturing young minds, Christopher is also the founder of the Jennifer Sue Delgado Memorial Foundation and the Books for Broncos program—two literacy-driven initiatives devoted to inspiring a love of reading and providing books and resources to elementary school students in underserved communities.

    In addition to his work in literacy advocacy, Christopher has over 25 years of experience as a multimedia journalist for various television stations and as a freelance video producer sharing stories of faith, service, and community impact. He has received several awards for his inspirational video productions over the years. Known for his compassion and generosity, Christopher is deeply committed to giving back and uplifting others through education, storytelling, and community engagement.

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    TIANA K. REEVES

    AUTHOR

    Tiana K. Reeves is a leadership coach, tech professional, and proud mom who believes everyday moments are worth celebrating. As the founder of Innov8IT, she empowers people to grow through courage, curiosity, and creativity.

    With over 15 years of experience leading teams in banking and tech, Tiana brings her heart for mentoring into every story she tells. Whether she’s reflecting on life with her children or writing about the quiet strength of mothers, her goal is to help kids and families feel seen, celebrated, and strong.

    She lives in Texas with her favorite sidekicks - her kiddos, a lot of laughter, and a growing pile of story ideas.