Steven Sakadales is a storyteller, father, and lifelong student of love, mindfulness, and the quiet wisdom found in everyday moments. Rooted in the teachings of Taoism and Buddhism, his work blends humor, heart, and reflection-inviting readers of all ages to slow down, breathe, and discover truth in simplicity.The Thing About Love began as a bedtime conversation with his seven-year-old daughter, a playful exchange about what love really means. Those moments-half laughter, half wonder-became the heart of the Panda & Dragon series: two unlikely friends exploring life's biggest feelings through small, beautiful moments.For Steven, writing children's books is an act of legacy and love. Each story is a way of passing forward what he hopes his children-and readers everywhere-will carry with them: that kindness matters, that stillness is strength, and that the best wisdom is often found in the space between giggles and silence.When he isn't writing or illustrating new stories, Steven can be found exploring the outdoors, meditating under open skies, or inventing new bedtime tales with his daughter. He also draws inspiration from his grown sons, whose creativity and curiosity remind him daily that life, like love, is always unfolding.