Tania Maria Person, born and raised in Miami, FL, with Cuban and Costa Rican heritage, has always had a passion for creativity. As a child, she channeled her vivid imagination through various outlets, always knowing she wanted to write a children’s book one day. After a decade of teaching Pre-K through 8th grade, Tania recognized the importance of helping children connect with books on a personal level. With a deep understanding of social-emotional learning, she weaves real-life emotions and experiences into her storytelling, using illustration to bring these moments to life in ways that resonate with young readers.

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