Adewale Ajadi is an Ibadan man born like his ancestor, Balogun Ibikunle, in the storied city in 1966. A husband, father, and grandfather whose working life has been to develop leadership, enlightenment, and capacity to propagate love in at least three continents as a lawyer, economist, leadership educator, facilitator, playwright, and entrepreneur. In over four decades, the privilege of being born and raised as an African in the times when the consciousness of being an Ancestor and the practice of creating a legacy have become apparent and persistent.

Andrea Moriarty offers a refreshingly honest and uplifting take on the challenges and triumphs of parenting her son with autism. Her practicality and undying hope are cherished by both parents and professionals.

Marc Hopkins is an endurance athlete, author, and speaker who has completed the Bigfoot 200, eight Ironman-distance triathlons, and more than 300 races ranging from 5Ks to ultramarathons. He holds an Executive MBA and has coached hundreds of athletes across their own finish lines—often helping them overcome the mental barriers that matter as much as the physical ones.

Shay Casper writes her debut series while juggling the whirlwind of college athletics, classes, and family life. Whether crafting a D&D campaign to save a village from a fire-breathing dragon or winning skittles in a short story competition, storytelling has always been her passion. Inspired by her family and characters, she’s finally sharing her world with readers, inviting them to embark on the adventure with her.

Tim Hutchinson grew up on an Arkansas farm where faith, family, and hard work shaped his understanding of America’s promise. His journey from the hills of Spavinaw Creek to the United States Senate reflects a lifetime of conservative conviction and a belief that freedom thrives when rooted in personal responsibility and enduring values.

Vincent Rubino, aka “Vince” or “Vinny,” was born and initially raised in Brooklyn, New York, before his family moved to North Bay Shore, Long Island. He graduated from Brentwood High School before attending college in upstate New York. Vince returned to Long Island to attend Hofstra School of Law, then relocated to Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, where he met his wife, Julie. Julie and Vince built a house in Stroudsburg, which is where they raised their two fantastic children, Rena and Katie, both now New York City residents.

Belle is a children’s picture book author and teacher who loves creating warm, funny, picture books filled with heart. Inspired by her own shy beginnings, she writes stories that help children find their courage and celebrate who they are. Her tales often feature adorable animals and life lessons, discovering that even the smallest voices can make a difference.

Forever bored of my Midwest upbringing, I read voraciously as a child, falling asleep to the sound of my grandparents reading me Rudyard Kipling as a child. My parents fed the storyteller in me at every book fair; they knew that they were forming my brain to create tales of my own. I wrote stories from the time I could hold a pencil — always romances. Romance remains my homeland.

Sneha Villalva served as the executive speechwriter for the UCLA chancellor and two Pomona College presidents. She previously worked as a journalist with The Press-Enterprise in Southern California.

Growing up in Southern California, I’ve always had a wild imagination, thanks to my love for history and storytelling. Some of my favorite authors, such as Bernard Cornwell, Conn Iggulden, and Brian Jacques, have greatly inspired my writing. This passion for history and knack for spinning myths and fantasies pushed me to write my first novel, The Gathering, while I was chasing my MA in history. Since then, I’ve rolled out two more books, and there’s a fourth one on the way!