Leslie C. Youngblood is the author of two middle-grade novels. She was first published by Disney Books and is currently with Little, Brown for Young Readers. A former assistant professor of creative writing, she also enjoys working with elementary and high school students through various organizations such as the Boys & Girls Club and city-sponsored afterschool programs and recreational centers. She loves stepping back into the classroom, both in-person and virtually, to interact with students and spark their interest in reading and writing, especially with students of color who might not often see themselves books.