About Ashley-Nichole
Ashley-Nichole - Author
Ashley-Nichole was raised by her mother and stepmother in Ft. Myers, Florida, but it wasn't until she became a stepmom, herself, that she drew inspiration for her first children's book, Wicked Awesome Stepmother.
She is passionate about creating stories that will give a voice to children and families of non-traditional backgrounds by sharing messages of inclusion, understanding, empathy and kindness.
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She loves to travel and has been to over 44 countries ''and counting.'
Her childhood passion for travel led her to pursue a career as a Flight Attendant, a position she has held with Delta Air Lines for over fifteen years.
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She currently resides in Newnan, Georgia with her partner, Eric, her two step-daughters, Kendra and Cassie, and two (crazy but cute) Australian Shepherds, Rocco and Dolly.
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When she isn’t writing or traveling to far off places, you will find her thrifting, crafting or simply spending good old-fashioned quality time with her family.
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The Wicked Awesome Illustrator
Karen Light - Illustrator: Studio Light Illustration
Karen Light is the Founder, Chief Creative, Illustrator, and Creative Coach at Studio Light Illustration.
Karen partners with authors to nurture humanity through the magic of story-creating and story-telling. She believes that stories connect us as humans, forge understanding, evoke empathy, and challenge us to think of ways to create a world in which all living creatures can thrive!
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When she isn’t making brightly colored illustrations and art, Karen can be found hiking, traveling, spending time with loved ones, or curled up with a good book.
The Wicked Awesome Publisher
Karolyn Denson Landrieux - CEO/Founder: Goudelock and the 3 Bears Publishing
Karolyn Denson Landrieux is the CEO and Founder of Goudelock and the 3 Bears Publishing. She’s a published author, publisher, and native Pittsburgher.
Karolyn has published children’s books as well as short stories and poetry. She’s a retired flight attendant and currently lives in Paris and Pittsburgh. She’s married and has one daughter, who is a physician in Pittsburgh, and two granddaughters.
Karolyn left a 35 year career during the pandemic and decided to to pursue one of her many creative passions as a new career.
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Karolyn has published three children’s books, with a fourth on the way, in English, Spanish, and French. You can find her work at MaxineandBeanie.com.
She also has a blog which chronicles her journey from Pittsburgh to Paris and from flight attendant to professional writer and publisher at Paris2Pittsburgh.com