Courtney Shannon Strand is a writer, editor, and creative thinker who has a knack for writing catchy jingles for children. Courtney won first place for her picture book titled "Ella's Umbrella" in the PNWA.org writing contest.

Kicky Cane Press publishes her books. Courtney has two more books set to release a picture book titled "Roundup Rodeo" in 2021 and a picture book titled "Hollyhock Hill" in 2022.

She has a Bachelor's degree in Journalism and has worked for About.com, AOL City's Best, and Martingale Books. She also has a Master's degree in Marketing Communications where she has consulted for several companies. Her life motto is Character Matters.

Courtney grew up in "Big Sky Country" Montana and now lives and works by the Pacific Ocean in the beautiful Pacific Northwest in Washington State with her husband, Jeff.

See more at courtneyshannonstrand.com or visit her Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @CourtStrand.