Whether she's writing and producing acclaimed primetime television shows for adults or Emmy nominated and Image Award winning children’s programs, Al Sonja L. Schmidt's ability to bring stories to life is undeniable. A concerned mother she became motivated to use her experience to ease children’s growing fears of what they’re hearing about global warming. She plans to continue to "deal" with hot topics that impact today's youth with the Deb & Seby book series.
Schmidt was born and raised in South Central Los Angeles. She now resides in a scenic area in the Los Angeles National Forest with her husband and two golden retrievers, Waylon and Indy.