Helping Out - Hardcover

Gondek, Kristine Marie: - Kristine Gondek is a mother, wife, artist, author, and illustrator. She grew up just a block from her local library, often found with her nose in a book. Her love for the written word only deepened over the years, as she read picture books and novels aloud to her own children and joined a local Literary Society with her daughters.The Walk By the Way series marks her first literary endeavor, created in collaboration with her three eldest daughters. Through her work, Kristine hopes to inspire and uplift, encouraging the next generation by shining a light on the good in the world.Gondek, Peyton: - Peyton is an avid reader and enthusiastic book collector. As both a photographer and artist, she loves capturing the beauty in the world around her through the lens and on canvas. Her creative interests also include painting, drawing, and fashion design-skills she often brings together through sewing and styling.In the Walk By the Way series, Peyton contributed to both the storytelling and illustration, with a particular focus on the fashion and outfits worn by the characters. She is excited to share this creative journey with her mother and sisters.Gondek, Tristan: - Tristan is the eldest daughter in her family. She grew up surrounded by stories, listening to read-alouds that sparked her own deep love of books. A gifted artist, Tristan works primarily in acrylics, drawing, and watercolor, using her creativity to capture the beauty she observes in the world around her. She also finds joy in gardening and has a keen eye for the natural details others might overlook.Tristan is excited to begin this new literary and artistic journey alongside her mother and sisters, combining their shared love of storytelling and creativity.