A Book of My Own was established by author Abby Cooper in fall 2023. A former school librarian, Cooper is passionate about book access and matching kids with books they’ll love.
Learn more about Abby’s books at www.AbbyCooperAuthor.com.
Meet the A Book of My Own Board
Eliana Lane is a dedicated elementary and homeschool educator with over a decade of teaching experience. After earning her M.A. in Elementary Inclusive Education from Teachers College at Columbia University, she taught fourth grade at the Caedmon School in NYC until moving to Minnesota in 2020 to become a homeschool educator. Eliana builds her students’ reading comprehension through structured literacy foundations and world-knowledge building. As such, she is all about providing access to books that build vocabulary and support the diverse interests, needs, life experiences, cultural backgrounds, and self-expression of the children she serves.
Elizabeth Mundt is a mom of two and elementary educator on hiatus. She runs the account and website “The Kid Lit Mama,” where she shares children’s books, especially inclusive and social-emotional learning picture books, with her audience of primarily fellow parents/guardians and teachers. In her free time, she enjoys crafts, home improvement projects, and getting outdoors with her family.
Colby Owens is the Managing Director of Whole Family Programming at non-profit Raise the Barr. For the past 15 years, he has dedicated his life to uplifting and empowering underprivileged populations. Through comprehensive programs and partnerships, he strives to uplift communities and break down barriers that hinder progress. Not only is he committed to directly impacting underprivileged families, but he’s also dedicated to nurturing and developing other professionals. His career is a testament to his unyielding belief in the power of compassion, advocacy, and mentorship to transform lives and create a more equitable society.
