Kris Benny
About Kris Benny

Kris Benny is the creative mind behind beloved children's books such as Dolly's Birthday in Rainbow Colors, Freester's First Easter, Summer Break With Vicky and Tweedle, and Caterpillars Can Love. Her work has earned her several prestigious accolades,  such as the Purple Dragon Award and Arizona Authors Association Award for Freester's First Easter. Her debut book, Dolly's Birthday in Rainbow Colors, was recognized as a finalist in the *2023 Next Generation Indie Book Awards. Additionally, Summer Break with Vicky and Tweedle won Creative Child Magazine's 2024 Book of the Year Award, and Caterpillars Can Love recently secured second place at The BookFest Book Awards 2024

Nature has always been a source of inspiration for Kris, with its many expressions of beauty—the sun, moon, clouds, trees, and rivers all holding their unique charm. But for Kris, rainbows are a marvel beyond compare—a portal where magic and reality blend in vibrant harmony. The rainbow, with its seven enchanting colors hidden within everyday light, became the perfect starting point for her writing journey, symbolizing the magic she believes is real and ever-present.

As a mother of two energetic boys, Kris understands that the most effective lessons are those wrapped in joy and play. She passionately uses storytelling—a medium that flows naturally from her—to weave tales that entertain, teach, inspire, and delight.

Kris's love for stories began in southern India, where she grew up immersed in the poetic words of her father and the melodic songs of her mother. Now living in Henderson, Nevada, with her loving husband and two wonderful sons, Kris continues to cherish her roots, her passion for reading and writing, and the close bond she shares with her sisters.