Andrea Torrey Balsara is an award-winning
children's and young adult author/illustrator and motivational
speaker. Her passion is to empower children to think for themselves, to
learn about the power and beauty of our diverse human family, and to walk the
"Hero's Journey" in real life. Having struggled with mental wellness
as a youth, she seeks to empower young people of all life experiences and
diverse backgrounds through her writing, art, and presentations. Andrea’s
presentations combine book readings, music (depending on the presentation),
theater, and discussion, all while weaving in elements of real-world
empowerment that speak to youth where they are.
