Biographies

Suzanne Mulcahy, founder and president of Panda Heart Publishing, Inc., has written a number of children's books and a character education curriculum. The principle theme of her written work is based on the values of the heart and its use as the foundation for all relationships. As a school psychologist for the past 25 years, the author has held a life long passion for education and a commitment to nurturing youth. Living in San Mateo, California, she is a mother and grandmother who is currently involved with the United Nations' NGO: Women's Federation for World Peace and is the National Chairperson for the Interracial Sisterhood Project.

Patty O'Rourke combines her years of experience in the arts with the digital world. A native San Franciscan, devoted to a love of natural beauty, she integrates her vibrant paintings on canvas with her rich, photographic images.
                      Mother, grandmother and artist, serving as director of several art affiliations, Patty began an art company, known as The Fine Art of Giclée, producing museum quality giclées, limited editions, and art greeting cards. With the experienced eye of the artist, Patty strives to uplift the spirit of the viewer.