Kimberly T. Smith is the creator and author of the Heaven’s Adventures series, including The Case of the Stolen Treasure and the newest installment, The Case of the Runaway Pooch. An author, playwright, creative coach, and workshop facilitator, Kimberly uses storytelling to entertain, inspire, and encourage the next generation.

She holds degrees in Business Administration, Higher Education Leadership, and Pastoral Studies and has also studied writing for children through the Institute of Children’s Literature. Kimberly is the founder of NextGen Creatives, host of the Go and Shepherd Podcast, and helps aspiring writers develop their stories through writing workshops and coaching.

Her growing body of work includes children’s books, stage productions, media projects, and programs designed to help others discover the power of their own creativity.

Grace M. Johnson is an illustrator, animator, and visual storyteller based in Tucson, Arizona. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Animation from Huntington University Arizona and has contributed her creative talents to numerous short films, television projects, and independent productions.

Her work has received multiple awards, including recognition for her short film Talking to the Planets! Grace has played an important role in bringing the world of Heaven’s Adventures to life through her illustrations, helping give Heaven and the characters surrounding her their colorful personalities and visual charm.

When she isn’t illustrating or animating, Grace continues to build her creative portfolio through freelance projects and original storytelling.