Kristen E ZentnerFrom her early years, Kristen E. Zentner was nurtured to love stories. This love is what drew her to the field of psychology where she has had the honour of listening to the stories of diverse mental health populations for over 5 years. Kristen is curently co-editing a book on post-secondary student wellness, which has galvanized her desire to change the landscape of wellness and mental health through research and writing. Specifically, her experiences have inspired her to pursue doctoral studies in clinical psychology. Kristen chose to harness storytelling to improve healthy coping and foster a sturdy foundation of wellness in young children by becoming a children's author.

When not on long walks with her dog Poggle in Edmonton's beautiful river valley, Kristen can be found with her nose buried steadfastly in a book or up to her elbows in paint and charcoal. Kristen grew up in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada to two loving parents and two inspiring older brothers. Read More Read Less