Elizabeth Elliott is a creative whirlwind, committed to telling stories that celebrate Black Excellence. She says, "My children's survival and success are my greatest accomplishment. I have seen my son suffer the humiliation of being judged and discriminated against because of the color of his skin." The author is proud to say that her son, Amari, (the inspiration for this book) spent a semester abroad in Thailand, graduated from Amherst College, and is now working as a Research Specialist in infectious diseases. Elliott's daughter, Nadiyah, 14, is in 8th grade, an A student, plays the viola and is learning Mandarin Chinese. She has been on the Principal's Honor Roll every one of her school years. Ms. Elliott's next project is an animated series about Black girl magic.