Cara J. Stevens is a writer, editor, and book coach who helps authors shape meaningful, message-driven books. She’s the author of Write, Teach, Spark (Gatekeeper Press, 2025) and Picture Perfect: An Insider’s Guide to Writing Picture Books, along with nearly 100 published books for children. Cara believes in clarity over clutter, purpose over polish, and the power of stories to spark connection. She recently moved to an apartment overlooking a marina in Los Angeles with her husband and (occasionally) her grown-ish kids, where her writing companions are the friendly barks of seals and her loud, fluffy dog, Oliver. Learn more at www.writeteachspark.com.
