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Dana Klisanin is a futurist and psychologist who has earned a spot among the “World’s Top 50 Female Futurists” (Forbes). Future Hack is her first novel for young readers and explores many of the themes present in her research including the use of technology to promote positive human qualities and empower activism on behalf of other people and the planet. Dana’s research has been featured in BBC, Time, and Huffington Post, and is translated into numerous languages. She studied writing at the Iowa Writers’ Workshop and has always loved to read. As a child, two of her favorite books were The Story of Dr. Doolittle and The Hobbit. She lives by the river in the heart of the “Natural State” of Arkansas. She enjoys taking walks on the nearby trails where she collects feathers, snail shells, butterfly wings, snake skins, wild violets, and more! You can learn more about her work at danaklisanin.com Yeyan Xu is an illustrator located in Savannah, Georgia, who loves books and stories, and he believes that books can make a person feel different from their real life but guide their choices later in life. And to achieve this requires words as the cornerstone, illustrations as the medium, and relies on the imagination of the reader to create a fascinating world. You can learn more about his work at https://yeyanxu.myportfolio.com Melisca Klisanin is an award-winning designer and artist who brings her love for storytelling to life through her art. Using natural pigments and dyes, she creates vibrant, one-of-a-kind pieces that evoke a sense of connection to the Earth and its beauty. She studied art at the University of Houston before moving to New York City. When not in her studio, she travels the world to gather the materials she needs to bring her art to life. Her work is treasured by collectors and art lovers from all walks of life. She lives in Rhinebeck, New York, where she taps maple trees, tends a beehive, cares for a cat named Sunshine, three unruly goats, and a sheep. You can learn more about her work at meliscaklisanin.co
""Lexa’s fierce determination and indomitable spirit make her a compelling protagonist and narrator...Through her, middle-grade readers get a thought-provoking—and funny—introduction to issues such as the use and misuse of technology and the role of corporations in environmental crises. A fast-paced and engaging introduction to SF and environmental activism."" -Kirkus Reviews
