© Diana Ascarrunz
LAEKAN ZEA KEMP
is a writer living in Austin, Texas. She has three objectives when it comes to storytelling: to make people laugh, cry, and crave Mexican food. Her work celebrates Chicanx grit, resilience, creativity, and joy while exploring themes of identity and mental health. Somewhere Between Bitter and Sweet is her debut YA contemporary novel. She invites you to visit her online at laekanzeakemp.com or follow her at @LaekanZeaKemp.