Cynthia Kern OBrien is the author of Marky the Magnificent Fairy and the “A True Story by Granny” debut picture book series.
A grandmother of three, she resides in California with her husband and Yorkshire mix, Pickles.
OBrien finds inspiration for her writing in her grandchildren and their worldview, aspiring to teach young readers caring and kindness for people and animals of all stripes.

Awards:
First place NFPW Award, Mom’s Choice Award, New York Big Book Award Distinguished Favorite; Hindi Libraries Females of Fiction Silver Award finalist, Independent Press Award; American Book Fest Parenting and Family Recommended; Outstanding Creator Award 1st Place, Literary Titan Award, 2020 American Fiction Award Children’s Picture Book; London Book Festival Honoree, Los Angeles Book Festival Honoree, Readers’ Favorite International Book Award; Story Monsters Approved, School Life Category; First Place, Royal Dragonfly Book Awards, Parenting Award; First Place, Purple Dragonfly Book Awards, Picture Books 6 & Older.