Cindy Leopold Ritsko (C. A. Ritz) BIO:

            Originally from Cleveland, Ohio, Cindy Leopold-Ritsko has resided or traveled through many U.S. states and parts of Europe. She holds an A.A. in Business, a B.A. with emphasis in education, and a M.A. in theology. She has taken college courses in graphic and fine arts. Technology is ever changing, so she continues learning as a member of and employed as Community Manager of Storyteller Academy.

            From North Las Vegas, Nevada, Cindy is the former Assistant Regional Advisor for Nevada SCBWI (Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators), and has hosted the One Agent at a Time Webinar Series. She is inspired by and is dedicated to SCBWI.

 As a contributing writer for Las Vegas Pet Scene Magazine under the name, C. A. Ritz, Cindy has represented Pet Scene both writing for children and visiting classrooms to encourage students and literacy.  With children or adults, Cindy loves inspiring reading, writing, & dreaming from the heart. 

            By the way, if you can’t find Cindy, try looking up. She’s never stopped climbing trees. Dancing is also a passion. You just shouldn’t do both at the same time. As a member of the Sun City Aliante Steppers, Cindy was a gold medalist in Nevada’s Senior Olympics (2018) and continues performing with the Steppers for fundraisers and benefits throughout the Greater Las Vegas area. Her lyrical stories reflect her background in music and dance, although she’s often missing from the pictures since she is the photographer.