Serial Entrepreneur, Artist and now Author. This is my first Interactive Childrens’ Picture Book: Tree Spirits (the first in an envisioned series to help stimulate the imagination and help develop emotional intelligence). As an artist, I am fascinated by observing patterns, noticing closely how light interacts with both nature and our intense, dynamic urban landscapes. I attempt to capture and present visually the energy and spirit I observe and feel in our complex world. Lately I have become captivated by the presence of abstract patterns within both natural and manmade objects and structures and noticing that some can be revisited whilst others are only present in the moment the picture was taken. I love the discovery too of how the camera shifts our focus and emphasis from what our eyes natively see. April Tatiana Jackson has worn many creative hats throughout her multifaceted freelance career, but being a children’s book illustrator has by far been the most rewarding. April is a Los Angeles native who grew up with a love for the arts and creative expression. She received her degree in communications from the beautiful University of California, Santa Barbara, but she’s happy to be settled back in the City of Angels where she currently resides with her husband and son. River.

"It helps kids see and visualize the world in non-obvious ways and introduces them early to an understanding of their own inner spirit and feelings: key skills for early childhood development and crucial for lifelong success."—Christina Fuoco-Karasinski, Arroyo Monthly“Tree Spirits creates a fun and fantastic experience for parents with their children. Marvelous way to awaken the young minds and generate creativity within them...This book is a gem. Must order for your children and grandchildren to discover what's hidden there.”—Dr. Kajol Sharma, Joi's Review