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Kris is a native New Yorker, and a product of the New York City School system, but completed her college years in Georgia by earning her bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering Technology from Southern Polytechnic State University.

Outside of that Kris enjoys writing and is a member of the Society of Children's Book Writers & Illustrators; she's a free lance writer for Oatmeal Studios, a leading humorous greeting card manufacturer in Vermont.

Kris is sought after for literary events, youth, parenting, and education expos, youth foundations, and PTSAs. Kris' book reviews and features have appeared in Foreword Magazine online, Rolling Out Magazine (Atlanta), The Bay Town Sun (TX), and The Christian Library Journal, to name a few.

Thank you Kris for taking the time to answer some questions for us! Please tell us about Resumes for Children - 17 Years Old and Under. Does your work include any speaking engagements, or seminars?

Yes, I teach a seminar called, Resumes for Children - How Cool!  The seminar includes, but is not limited to, assisting in removing some of the "guess work" from what to include in a child's resume. It provides ideas for possible career options, shows how to develop correspondence that will assist in obtaining financial assistance from organizations, family, or friends in order to pay for activities and/or programs.

The seminar shows how to "create" a child's "experience"  when it appears there is none and points out FREE resources to assist in building a child's resume.
I have spoken for Bank of America, The Stewart Foundation, numerous youth events, and various schools along with doing radio interviews.

Have you received any awards for your work?

Yes, my book, Resumes for Children - 17 Years Old and Under, won a "Best Parenting Book" badge for being one of 50 best parenting books for teens and tweens. This was given by radicalparenting.com/.

How has your education, profession or background helped you in your writing career? Or conversely, how has you writing success helped you in your  profession?

My education has most certainly helped in my writing career, specifically, aiming for writings that advocate the importance of doing better in one's life - always reaching for more, learning more, doing different things in life that will enhance/develop a person's character, skills, abilities etc. Most of my writings encourage children to get a college education and not limit themselves; the least to obtain is a bachelor's degree.

My background coming up as a child has helped in my writing career, particularly with my book, Resumes for Children - 17 Years Old and Under, because of the things that my parents exposed me to; we traveled out of the country, went to camp every summer, participated in different activities, saw things that typically children growing up in the South Bronx did not see.

What kind of other works (books, scripts, poems etc.) have you had published?

I am a freelancer for Oatmeal Studios, a humerous greeting card manufacturer and I sold an idea that was made into a post-it note and is now being sold nationwide.

Is there any aspect to your profession that gets you in touch with your readers directly?

I enjoy answering questions from callers when doing radio interviews as well as speaking to my readers at book signings.

What will your next project be?

I am currently working on the companion book to Resumes for Children - 17 Years Old and Under.

Who inspires you on a personal or business level?

Jack Canfield and Robert Kiosaki both inspire me on a personal and business level.

What type of work is the most rewarding or satisfying for you?

I enjoy developing resumes for children. I love seeing the glow on their faces when I show them their accomplishments, activities, awards etc. on paper.

What can you recommend for writers who are just getting started and are trying to make a name for themselves?

There is so much; some things are to get in touch with other authors, visit their websites, e-mail the really successful ones and ask questions. Become an Internet guru and search for free marketing tips and ideas, at first. Obtain a list of social networking websites to get your work exposed on. Go to events that are applicable to you. Build relationships, that's  a key thing to do. Do what works and gets you the most exposure.

How did you get started as a writer?

I bought a book, I believe it was called "Writing for Money," but don't quote me. I was looking for some extra income at the time. I also helped a friend get published and that is when I decided to pursue the craft.

Finally, a most important question: what was the last song you sang out loud when you were by yourself?  :)

I sang a song by Cee Cee Winans called "Worthy." It's a gospel song.

Thank you Kris - we wish you great success with your future projects!