After sharing a bedtime story with her daughter, Samantha Bauer decided to create a collection of bedtime stories for others to enjoy as well! After her daughter asked why the stars from her night light are green, Bauer created The Green Island . Following the adventures of two children, The Green Island also explores concepts and behaviors, such as honesty and perseverance, that are important for children to learn and understand. Samantha Bauer is a mother of two children. She also runs a non-profit, Inspiration is Everywhere, which serves members of her community that may not be able to receive other social services and hosts family-friendly social events. In her free time, Bauer volunteers and teaches art to children. Bauer has a degree in Philosophy and has been writing books since she was a child herself.