Amanda Boyd was born in Rockford, Illinois and has lived all over the United States. She currently resides in Winter Park, Colorado where she has become an avid animal watcher (especially moose - which are her favorite). Amanda is a retired nanny of 20+ years and a certified parent coach, dedicating her life to helping parents have the relationship with their kids that they’ve always wanted. This love of animals and children led her to create a series of books about tough moments in life. Edwin the Elephant’s First Night Alone is the first book in Amanda’s series.