Meet the Illustrator and Author

Dawn Skodny (left) is a dedicated wife, mother of four, and grandmother of eight. Her enthusiasm and passion for creativity, design, and innovation are evident in both her personal and professional life. As an entrepreneur, hard work and dedication come naturally, and it is Dawn’s hope is that she will inspire others to realize their potential through those same core values. In partnership with her husband, Dave, she owns two additional businesses, including Braddax Print Studio - the manufacturing hub for the Prize Ponies accessories. 

Kate Zvara (right) resides in Ohio with her husband and daughters. She was born into a horse family and knows no other lifestyle, nor would she want to. She owns and operates a horse farm that offers riding lessons, children’s camps, horse boarding and birthday parties. Her true passion is simply sharing her 40 years of horse experience with other horse lovers. It is Kate’s vision to inspire, encourage, and share her faith with young children by authoring true stories of the horses she has been so fortunate to care for and love.