Dawn has worked  with  children  and families for thirty years.    Her   passions   include   teaching,   fine   arts, literature and theatre. The publishing company evolved from  her  passions.  Dawn  donates  a  portion  of  the proceeds   to   Langley   inner   city   programs  for  the ongoing development and support of early literacy.

You can contact Dawn at:
dawn@miya-piyabooks.com

Author   Cora   Boecker,    Supervisor   of    an     Early Intervention Program in Langley, British Columbia, has worked in the early intervention field for over ten years. She has experience  working with children in powered wheelchairs through  her  profession  as  well as in her role as a Family  Support  volunteer  at  Canuck Place Children's Hospice.

Cora  received  the   2005  United  Way  of  the  Lower Mainland   W.J.  VanDusen  Community   Award.   The award    is    presented    to    honour    an   outstanding individual  who  has  made  a significant contribution to building  a  stronger  and  healthier  community through volunteer    work   in   the   Lower   Mainland  of  British Columbia.

Kate's  love  of  painting  began  as  a  child  in Halifax. Painting became second nature, as did acting. Kate is often on stage in  BC  theatres,  in-between  illustrating for miya-piya books and tap dancing.

You can contact Kate at:
kate@miya-piyabooks.com