At Beetle Best Media, we believe that every child holds a universe of imagination and curiosity within them. Our journey began in a small, happy home with a simple dream: to craft stories that not only entertain but also nurture the growing minds and tender hearts of our little readers. We pour our own family experiences, wonder, laughter, and life lessons into every page, hoping to spark that same magic in your home.
About Us
April K Butler - Author
April was born in Salt Lake City, Utah, but has spent most of her life in the Midwest. She attended Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, where she graduated with a BS in Family Science. She and her husband raised five children, and they currently have eleven beautiful grandchildren. She has a deep love and concern for the family and continues to be an advocate for families in all that she pursues.
Alyssa S Cranford - Illustrator
Alyssa was raised in the suburbs of Chicago and Atlanta and now lives in daho. She graduated with a BA in Psychology from BYU-Idaho and an MA in Marriage and Family Therapy from HIU-Anaheim. She has worked as an Applied Behavior Analysis Therapist for children with autism and as a counselor trainee at a hospice's grief counseling center. She is married and has three adorable boys. She has a passion for art, art therapy, and family therapy.