Malynda Zuck, originally from Denver, Iowa, is a coach’s wife, a mother of four, and a passionate school counselor. Inspired by her children’s anxieties about starting a new school, she wrote The Night Before School to reassure young readers with a comforting message of faith and hope. Now living in Yankton, South Dakota, Malynda enjoys supporting her husband’s football team, exploring the outdoors, and spending time with her family and friends.

As a dedicated school counselor, Malynda has made it her mission to empower children with social-emotional skills. She believes emotional literacy is key to helping kids regulate their feelings, make thoughtful decisions, and build empathy—all essential for forming strong relationships and achieving personal success. Her book Forecast Your Feelings captures this mission, using vivid imagery and playful rhymes to help children recognize and embrace their emotions.

Through her work, Malynda strives to equip young minds with the tools they need to grow emotionally and confidently navigate life's challenges. She hopes her books offer a message of comfort and serve as a blessing to her readers.