Zenda Walker

Zenda M. Walker is a best-selling, award-winning author, licensed cosmetologist, and marketing executive. Her first picture book, Zara's Wash Day, was a 2021 Writer's Digest grand prize winner. She is passionate about beauty education and helping people to discover the magic of textured hair. Originally from the Bronx, New York, Zenda enjoys traveling, spontaneous dance parties, exploring and developing beauty trends, and chocolate desserts. She is cofounder of Bounce Mobile Fitness Club, LLC--a fitness business specializing in rebounding workouts. Zenda resides in New York with her daughter, Zara.

Princess Karibo is a self-taught illustrator from Nigeria, West Africa. She enjoys working on traditional art by day and digital art projects by night.