Michelle Starkey  

Michelle Starkey is a parent, award-winning author, artist and parenting coach. Her first book, a book of affirmations for children entitled, Do You Know Who You Are? received an Honorable Mention Award for Children’s Books at the 2008 London Book Festival. A beautiful combination of inspirational sayings and animal paintings by Michelle, it's sure to delight children of all ages, including the child within. Her second book, a parenting book entitled, Do You Know Who Your Children Are? is a timely inspection of the problems parents are facing today with their children’s behavior and the tips for resolving the issues, including parents working on their own behavior. This self-discovery guide will help parents realize the many gifts children bring into their lives. Michelle was a muralist for six years and has been involved with placing artwork in medical establishments and support centers to promote healing on the physical and emotional level. She has been a La Leche League Leader, business owner, stay at home mother, art appreciation instructor, a teaching assistant for children with autism, volunteer project coordinator and more. After twenty-two years of parenting, research and helping others become the best parents they can be, she shares her knowledge and insight through her writing, coaching and workshops. In her spare time, Michelle enjoys practicing yoga, painting, hiking, reading and enjoying all the best life has to offer. She lives in Arizona with her family.