Pierson, Ashley: - Ashley Pierson is a mother and referee to two energetic kids under the age of five. She knows first-hand that parenthood is a journey filled with practice, patience, and a few tears. Through her books, she aims to provide children with relatable experiences that help them navigate big emotions, make positive choices, and foster healthy relationships. She has a bachelor's degree in criminal justice from California State University Long Beach and an MBA from University of Phoenix. In her free time, she enjoys spending time outside with her husband and kids and playing with her scrappy kitten named Rosebush.