Kristie L. Williams

Kristie L. Williams found her voice as a poet while studying for a B.A. in English and Creative Writing at Saint Andrews Presbyterian College in Laurinburg, NC. Williams continued her education at ECU, where she received a Masters Degree in Adult Education.

Richard McLawhorn

Richard McLawhorn is a published author and illustrator who retired from a long career as a high school history teacher. Richard enjoys writing and painting in his free time.

Regina YC Garcia

Regina YC Garcia is a poet, language artist, and English professor. She is a graduate of UNC at Chapel Hill where she earned a BA in Speech Communication with a Concentration in the Oral Interpretation of Literature. She additionally earned an MA in Adult Education from ECU, as well as a Graduate Certificate in Multicultural and Transnational Literature.

Boland Art Studio

Sam and Helen Boland met at college and quickly realized they shared a love for art. They now attend many art markets and ComiCon’s with their published work and continue to create new pieces every day.