Stephanie Lee-McKenzie was born and raised in Chicago, IL, namely from the Englewood neighborhood. Since the age of fourteen, writing was and continues to be a creative outlet that she breathes. Stephanie currently works full time in the social service field. Stephanie has earned a Bachelors degree in Psychology and is currently working towards the completion of her Masters degree in Clinical Mental Health, both from Chicago State University. Stephanie is a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor. Stephanie is married and a mother of one daughter, Destiny. Her motto is Identity is the first step to Becoming Nadia C Warren was established in 1977 in Joliet, IL. Being raised by her grandparents, she moved on the West Side of the windy city, Chicago. Having a passion for books since a toddler, Nadia began penning her own fiction in 1993 as a sophomore in high school. Since then, Nadia has graduated from Zarem Golde ORT Technical Institute Architectural drafting program. She created NaKaRo Studios, a digital art and design company on the rise. She also enjoys cooking, dancing on the beach, wine and the company of her nieces, nephews and Godchildren.