Suzanne Jacobs Lipshaw is an award-winning children’s book author and former elementary school special education teacher who is passionate about GROWING YOUNG MINDS. Suzanne is the author of four nonfiction picture books and one fiction novel. She enjoys speaking to schools about writing, leadership, sea turtles, and how kids can make a difference in our world. The proud momma of two grown boys, Suzanne lives in Waterford, Michigan with her husband and furry writing companion Ziggy.