Chemist by day, writer by night, Kim Kirkland a Maryland based Children’s author has published delightful children’s fiction books, depicting life experiences of learning and having fun. Her books explore the importance of friendships, making the best of your day, having good manners, and cleaning up after your play day is done. Kirkland is also published poet who has written for several national and local organizations. She is a member of several literary organizations too. Her goal in writing for children is, to make reading enjoyable, and fun, while learning lessons at the same time. Kim enjoys visualizing her stories as she writes, and uses many of her children's and grandchildren's toys for inspiration.