My Story

 

Welcome to the Adventure Squad! My name is Stephanie Riley, and this is Guava, my green cheeked conure. I am the author of the Adventure Squad book series, and Guava is my inspiration and writing buddy! Together, we live in Louisiana with my very supportive husband, our two (now all grown up) kids, and a host of beloved pets including our spunky dogs, curious kitties, playful guinea pigs, and our horse, Star, who is the inspiration for the missing colt in the first Adventure Squad book. 

After over 25 rewarding years as an occupational therapist working with children, I felt the pull to follow my dream of creating magical stories that inspire and delight young readers. With loving encouragement from my family, and Guava as my muse, I set out to craft a series where children could escape into thrilling adventures filled with heart, imagination, and wonder. Now, I get to create magical worlds for children to escape into exciting escapades, unforgettable characters, and valuable lessons about friendship and bravery. I couldn’t ask for a better reward than that!

Taking on a new career required a huge leap of faith, but it is proving to be an incredible adventure that I am excited to document in my new blog, Unwritten: The Journey from Blank Page to Indie Author. If you've ever dreamt of a creative career I encourage you to step out of your comfort zone and take the leap! Perhaps you'll even learn a thing or two as I share my experiences with you. In the mean time, grab your gear and join Guava, Taquito, and Sushi on their next great adventure!

Much love, Stephanie and Guava