Hoffman, Paul J.: - "Paul J. Hoffman has been involved in the publishing business since 1985. He worked as a sports writer, news editor, and special publications editor at newspapers in Wisconsin, Illinois, and Indiana during a 34-year career in journalism. He's authored three books and has published books since 2020.His first book, Murder in Wauwatosa: The Mysterious Death of Buddy Schumacher, was published in 2012 by The History Press. It is the story of the disappearance of an 8-year-old boy from Paul's hometown in 1925 and the subsequent investigation into the boy's murder. Wicked Columbus, Indiana, published in 2017 by the same publisher, tells the true tales of some of that city's more salacious stories. His third book, 200 Years of First Presbyterian Church, Columbus, Indiana, was published by PathBinder in 2024.Paul was born in Madison, Wisconsin, is a graduate of Wauwatosa East High School and attended both the University of Wisconsin - Madison and the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee, graduating from the latter with a bachelor's degree in Mass Communications (Radio/TV sequence).He is active in community theater and has twice run for political office.He lives in Columbus, Indiana, with his wife, children's author Kimberly S. Hoffman, has three daughters, a son, two stepdaughters and a granddaughter."
Sprague, Kel: - Kel Sprague is a subconscious mindset coach with a background in Brain-Based Healing, Neuro-Linguistic Programming, hypnosis, trauma-informed care, and education. Kel is the children and families specialist with the non-profit Operation Warrior Resolution, serving Florida veterans and their families. She also has a private practice serving children and adults on theGulf Coast of Florida and beyond.She multitasks as a woman, wife, mother, business owner, author, community builder, and lover of being best friends with everyone. She loves dinner parties any party! and exploring her home paradise of Florida. She can often be caught swimming with manatees or kayaking through mangrove tunnels on her way to coffee with friends.At her core, she is a healer. She's thrilled to share this gift with readers and listeners everywhere.Sidewalk Magic is her debut book.
Werts, Bryan: - Bryan Werts is an illustrator, graphic designer, and lifelong doodler who has been bringing characters to life for nearly 15 years professionally.He holds a bachelor's degree in Game and Art Design and has run his creative studio, BW Creations LLC, since 2017.Originally from Cincinnati, Ohio, Bryan now lives in Louisville, Kentucky, with his wife, Shelly and their son, Zachary. When he's not drawing, he enjoys movies, video games, tennis, and just about anything creative. Bryan believes art is meant to make people smile, spark imagination, and sometimes even help someone through their day, and that's why he loves illustrating for kids.His favorite motto? Create something every day.
