Leslie Santamaria earned a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing, with a concentration in writing for children, from Spalding University this year. Her work has appeared in many periodicals, including Highlights for Children, Pockets, and Spider, and her children’s picture book, A Mother Who Prayed, is available from Concordia Publishing House. As a longtime freelance editor for publishers, businesses, ministries, and individuals, she has coached many writers to publication. A frequent contest judge and workshop presenter, Leslie specializes in children’s literature and would love to help you, too! For more information, please visit www.lesliesantamaria.com