Lauren StienstraLauren Stienstra's professional life in government has been instrumental in shaping her literary voice. From the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic response to addressing the critical issue of climate change, Stienstra's lived experiences and deep-ooted commitment to public service have informed and inspired her prose. She holds degrees in physiology and crisis management, has studied creative writing at UCLA Extension, and is currently completing her doctorate in public health at Johns Hopkins University. These endeavors have not only broadened her understanding of the world's most pressing challenges but also fueled her passion for resonant stories that weave together the complexities of the world she knows so intimately. Based in Washington, DC, Stienstra is the mother of two children and two cats, both of which challenge her equally. For more information, visit www.laurenstienstra.com. Read More Read Less