Kona has dedicated well over a decade to serving as a school psychologist, supporting children across all age groups, from preschool to high school students and young adults.

Day after day, she’s seen how powerful the right story can be: how it can soothe a worried mind, spark confidence, and remind a child, You belong here.

Alongside writing, Kona is also a mosaic artist —a craft that mirrors her storytelling: gathering small pieces of life (laughter, loss, wonder, hope) and shaping them into something bright and whole.

Many of Kona’s stories are inspired by family and the everyday magic of childhood, especially the vibrant imagination of her grandchildren.