Carmen Mazarredo-Santaló currently teaches middle school grammar and composition. She has always enjoyed listening and telling stories in both English and Spanish. She credits her mother and grandmother for inspiring this love of books and culture. As a Cuban-American, she feels fortunate to have the best of both cultures. She holds a bachelor's degree in communications from the University of Miami and a master’s degree in Special Education from Nova Southeastern University. She is married to César Santaló and they have three wonderful children: César, Angela and Gabriel. They reside in South Miami, Florida.