By day, I am a cartographer and conservationist who works to preserve land. I love to learn and spend most of my free time [after the baby goes to sleep] studying new software technologies, building my knowledge in programming, and designing maps. Over the past ten years I have worked on conservation projects, led one of the largest community groups for map enthusiasts in the US, and launched a map design business that gives back to our planet. Now, with inspiration from my daughter, who blows me away with her quick wit and desire to learn, I’m writing and illustrating books that will help her and her friends learn about maps!