International travel is Erika’s passion. She started traveling overseas when she was 18 years old, working as an Au Pair. Since then, Erika has traveled to over thirty countries, living in both Spain and Australia. She loves embracing new cultures—eating new foods, learning about the history of the country, seeing remarkable architecture and sites, and meeting interesting people. Erika shares this passion with her son, Hayden, who already had two stamps in his passport by the age of five and can’t wait to go to the next country.
Erika started the Travel Rangers series because she wanted not only to ignite a passion for travel in both children and adults, but she also wanted to teach children about the fascinating cultures throughout the worl
Originally from the Democratic Republic of Congo, Pauline Atilite is a wife and a mother of two who dreamed of becoming a writer from an early age. In 2022 she convince herself that it’s never too late to be what you might have been, and decided to start her own publishing company, Guess and Learn, LLC, which is bringing up stories inspired by daily life topics in an engaging manner to enhance children critical thinking and promote diversity, community, and social inclusion.
Gianna Scipione writes stories that wag their tails straight into your heart. Inspired by the real-life facility dog at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), Brave Buddy's Big Mission is Gianna's heartfelt -and slightly slobbery-debut picture book about courage, comfort, and the healing power of connection. Buddy may not have magic powers, but with a wag of his tail and a nudge of his nose, he knows just how to make a tough day a little brighter. With a background in early childhood education and a commitment to quality and equity, Gianna brings both passion and purpose to everything she creates.
Rosa Sisi is a storyteller on a mission to make learning wildly fun! Using colorful illustrations and surprising animal facts, she brings the wonders of nature to life for curious kids everywhere. Whether it’s how a flamingo eats upside down or why pandas munch all day, Rosa’s books are designed to spark giggles, questions, and a lifelong love for animals.
When she’s not dreaming up her next fun-filled adventure, she’s imagining a world where every child falls in love with reading.
