Marlaina MannellaMarlaina Mannella is a wife, mom, marketing professional, and writer. When she's not busy running her company, Marlaina can be found spending time with her enchanting and curious son, Palmer, her incredibly supportive husband, Nick, and their two sily French bulldogs, Biggie and Dumpling. She has always had a passion for writing and loves to create and tell stories on the spot, mostly inspired by her son and the world around them. Marlaina's debut children's book, Izzy and Rubes Practice Kindness, reflects her love of family, positive parenting, and the magic of childhood. Read More Read Less