We’re excited to share that Amber has been invited to participate in a special Local Authors Event at Barnes & Noble on March 14th! This is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate creativity, storytelling, and community connection. During the event, Amber participated story time session, bringing her work to life for young readers and families. In […]

May 27th Amber visited local children at Barnes and Noble. She shared the thoughts behind her book, the refreshing reality that we are all people of color who deserve inclusion, connection and respect.

KISH: Tell us about you. Originally from  Spokane, Washington, I now live in the Boise, Idaho area with my partner of nine years, Ronald. I recently graduated as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) and look forward to transitioning into that role in the coming months. Over the years, I have spent a significant

Amber was interviewed on KTVB about the book she published.

On August 20, Maddie’s Colors: A fresh perspective on skin tone through the eyes of a child was published around the world. This children’s book provides insight on the life of a mixed child, expressed through her love of painting.  Amber and her illustrator Olamide have brought the character Maddie to life to share the importance

Where are you originally from?   I was born in Spokane, WA, and lived with my family in both Eastern and Western Washington until we moved to Idaho in 1997. I have lived in various locations since moving to Idaho, but settled in the Boise, Idaho area around 2008. How did you and your partner Ronald