Rebecca Grabill, co-founder of Joy of Advent, is an award-winning and internationally published author of children’s books and mama of six from toddler to young adult. She holds an MFA in Writing from Hamline University and a BA in Religion and Philosophy from Calvin University.

When not homeschooling the younger of her six children, shuttling older teens to activities, gathering eggs from her small flock of chickens, or writing, Rebecca guest lectures at Calvin University, teaches writing workshops at elementary and high schools, and photographs for Getty Images. Visit her website here.