Jessica Warns is a lifelong horse enthusiast who graduated from Delaware Valley University. Jess manages an equine-assisted activities program in Pennsylvania. As a certified therapeutic riding instructor and equine specialist, Jess believes in horses helping humans. She is passionate about the human-horse connection, allowing horses to help us become our best selves and acknowledging horses as sentient beings. When not in the barn, Jess enjoys spending time with her family, writing, baking, and riding her OTTBs.

Jennifer Patti is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who resides in Pennsylvania. She is a full-time mental health therapist who specializes in equine-assisted psychotherapy but also sees clients in an office setting. Using horses for mental health inspired Jen to get her horse, Buzz. Along with her job, Buzz has helped her to understand the power of horses for healing humans. Jen is passionate about helping people of all ages find their voice, work through hard feelings, and learn ways to manage their mental health. When she is not working, Jen enjoys spending time with her dogs and husband, reading, and enjoying nature.

Julie Gargan is a graduate of Delaware Valley University, where she studied equine science. Julie combined her appreciation of art with her love of horses to create illustrations that will capture the imagination of young readers. Growing up in Milford, CT, she now lives in Harrisville, NH, with her husband, three kids, three horses, two cats, and a dog. Julie finds inspiration in her bustling family life and the beauty of nature around her.