About the Author

Jena Schwartz is a writing coach known for her poetry, prompts, and presence. She believes that writing is a profound form of creative and spiritual practice, and that understanding ourselves and sharing our stories are portals to empathy and healing. Author of three previous books, Jena's writing has been widely published. She holds a BA from Barnard College, an MFA from Emerson College, and is a rabbinical student at the Academy for Jewish Religion. A mother and wife, she lives in Longmeadow, Massachusetts.