Burton, Alisha: - "Alisha has always had a knack for writing and rhyme. By age 10, she had her first work published after winning a local writing competition. She hasn't stopped creating since. Alisha is originally from New York State and currently lives in Guatemala with her spouse and son. She enjoys being a mother and living a life of adventure. Cooking and eating delicious food, spending time in nature, exploring new places with her family, and learning new things. She attributes her capacity for writing to her father, who always encouraged her to read and write. One of her most cherished possessions is a stunning book collection of over 200 leather-bound classics gifted to her by her father when she was a child. Amongst them, one of her all-time favorites, Lewis Carol's "Alice in Wonderland," spoke to her curious nature and stirred her imagination. "When I used to read fairy tales, I fancied that kind of thing never happened, and now here I am in the middle of one!" - from Alice in Wonderland.Note from the author: It is an absolute privilege for me to be welcomed into your hearts and homes. To be able to have my creative work enjoyed by others is a gift and an honor for which I am truly grateful. My hope is that this story touches, inspires, or relates to you in some meaningful way. My heart's desire is to instill readers with a spark of inspiration or a never-before-dreamt dream in their hearts, to incite the imagination, and to aid in procuring a love of the arts. I invite you to connect with me on Instagram @alishajburton or Facebook: Alisha Burton."