About Team Snoodleberries
Sherilynn
Author
Sammy
Co-Author & Inspiration
Team Super Dad
Support Team
Sherilynn and Sammy live on the Gulf coast region of the United States. Their family consists of Mom, Dad, two dogs, one frog, one fish, and one bright young man who is full of charisma and insight!
Sherilynn feels passionate about children's literacy, development, and building children up so that they may thrive to be the best version of themselves.
She holds a dedicated belief that the emotional well being of each child is as equally important, if not one of the very most important aspects of any and all education we can provide for our children. She continues to be an advocate and hopes to shed light on the need for exceptional educators that truly nurture and take the time to guide each child with their truest intent and God given ability to make a difference in each child's path to success.​​
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Sammy can repair and fix things like nobody's business. He loves figuring out how things operate. Recently, he helped a Veteran in a local Veterans Day parade discover that his vehicle wasn't in fact broke down at all. The very thankful man smiled from ear to ear, and while chuckling called his repairman back to report the good news.
You can find Dad somewhere outside on any given beautiful day riding his tractor or conducting the bucket train they have for hosting family friendly events while the dogs find their way into whatever outdoor mischief they can get into.
Children always believe in yourself, and know that you have the God-given tools built into you naturally to go out there in this world and create and fulfill whatever dreams and goals that light you up inside!
Vanessa Feranandes
Illustrator and Designer
Vanessa is an Australian freelance creative working under the name Nifty Ness Designs, specializing in branding, illustration, and surface design, with a strong focus on children’s book illustration, book design, and interior formatting.
The studio partners closely with authors, publishers, and independent creatives to develop cohesive, imaginative visual identities that support storytelling and engage young audiences. From character development and full-page illustrations to cover design and print-ready book layouts, Nifty Ness Designs delivers thoughtful, visually rich solutions across both print and digital platforms.
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Vanessa and Sherilynn crossed paths through their creative work and have collaborated closely to bring the vision of Team Snoodleberries to life.
Sarah van Heerden
Editor
Sarah is an editor dedicated to ethical storytelling and narratives that honour dignity, accuracy, and community agency. With more than 20 years of experience across media, marketing, and nonprofit leadership, she brings a thoughtful, justice‑driven lens to every story she shapes.
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As Editor‑in‑Chief of Rotary Africa, Sarah leads an inclusive editorial platform that amplifies volunteer voices and reflects the values of service, integrity, and measurable impact across the continent. Her work is grounded in the belief that how we tell stories influences power, representation, and real‑world outcomes. Alongside her editorial leadership, Sarah is the CEO and Founder of the Unity Water Foundation, where she champions water justice and women‑centred, community‑led solutions. This global work strengthens her editorial approach, anchoring it in accountability, purpose, and long‑term change.
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Sarah is passionate about storytelling that moves beyond awareness into meaningful action and welcomes collaboration with those who value ethical, community‑driven impact.
The goal and the reason...
is so every child may be motivated to go out there and believe in the power of perspective and their own internal belief system so that they may enjoy a fulfilled life inspired to do whatever it is that lights them up inside !