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MEET  OUR  AUTHORS

Mario Calvio majored in IT at the University of Belize. He lives in Belmopan and enjoys reading and photography. Click here to read his travel article "Calabash Caye: An Ocean Lover's Unpolished Paradise."

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Jeremiah Canto majored in Biology and Chemistry at the University of Belize. He lives in San Antonio Village, Cayo District, and loves sci-fi novels and science-related YouTube videos. Click here to read his nonfiction story "A Lesson Learnt." 

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Ahsley Chablé majored in Accounting at the University of Belize. She lives in San Jose Succotz and enjoys dancing and swimming on Sunday afternoonsClick here to read her travel article "A Magnificent Castle Right Here in Belize." 

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Charles Coc majored in Biology at the University of Belize. He lives in San Ignacio and enjoys reading as well as hiking, running, and other outdoor activities. Click here to read his travel article "A Walk in the Garden of Ella."

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Kiren Coyoc majored in English at the University of Belize. She lives in San Ignacio Town and enjoys playing the ukulele and taking trips to the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve. Click here to read her nonfiction story "Confessions of an Introvert."

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Kelsie Cuevas majored in Accounting the University of Belize. A proud dog-mom to her four-year-old rescue dog, she lives in Belmopan and enjoys staying active and spending time with her family and her beloved.  Click here to read her travel article "The Magic of Half Moon Caye."

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Agatha Petkau majored in English at the University of Belize. She lives in Orange Walk town and enjoys long-distance running and playing instruments, among other things. Click here to read her travel article "A Very Green Coffee Shop."

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Amber Pollard majored in English at the University of Belize. She grew up in Belize City and attended St. John's College Junior College and St. Catherine Academy. Click here to read her nonfiction story "Seas the Day."

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Kimberly Santos majored in English Education at the University of Belize. Currently residing in San Ignacio Town, she enjoys reading romance novels and social media content creation. Click here to read her travel article "San Ignacio Market Maze."

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Wendy Galdamez majored in Business at the University of Belize. She lives in Belmopan and enjoys baking and spending quality time with friends. Click here to read her personal essay "Memories of Blue Mountain Ranch."   

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Marlyn Garcia majored in Primary Education at the University of Belize. She lives in San Ignacio and enjoys handcrafting and listening to music. Click here to read her personal essay "My Nona."  

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Philip Haylock majored in Business Management at the University of Belize. He lives in Punta Gorda and Belize City and enjoys playing sports and listening to music. Click here to read his travel article "The Go Slow Island." 

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Alisha Hines majored in nursing at the University of Belize. She lives in Punta Gorda Town and enjoys traveling and singing. Click here to read her personal essay "The Mastermind behind Many Successful Footballers." 

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Andres Hung majored in Chemistry and Biology at the University of Belize.  His hobbies include art, music, and surfing the web. Click here to read his travel article "The Museum of Belize: More than Just History."

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Raisa Locario majors in Medical Laboratory Science at the University of Belize. She lives in Punta Gorda Town and enjoys reading, baking pastries, and spending time with her family. Click here to read her travel article "Copal Tree Lodge: A Great Family Adventure."

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Lizzani Mai majored in Mathematics at the University of Belize. She loves to read and listen to music. Click here to read her personal essay "Dad, My All-time Favorite Guy." 

Arintown Maldonado majored in Natural Resources Management at the University of Belize. He lives in San Marcos Village and enjoys creating melodies on his guitar and assisting with the veterinary care of the cattle on his family’s ranchClick here to read his personal essay "A Home Lost, a Paradise Found." 

Alissa Mena majored in Biology at the University of Belize. She grew up in Esperanza Village and enjoys reading. Click here to read her personal essay "Sunday Morning Glory." 

Aaron Palacio is an English major at the University of Belize. He lives in Belmopan and enjoys writing fantasy and nonfiction, including learning how to improve on character development and world-building. Click here to read his travel article "A Break from Vacation." 

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Florencio Rash majored in English at the University of Belize. He lives in Roaring Creek Village and enjoys playing football and spending time with his family. Click here to read his travel article "Connecting with My Maya Roots in San Antonio, Toledo." 

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Victor Turcios majored in Pharmacy at the University of Belize and lives in Ladyville. A lover of the great outdoors, he enjoys hunting and fishingClick here to read his travel article "Belize's Very Own Piece of Heaven." 

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Emilsa Useda majored in Primary Education at the University of Belize. She lives in Belmopan and enjoys spending quality time with her family. Click here to read her personal essay "Eduardo." 

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Kayleigh Witty majored in Natural Resources Management at the University of Belize. She lives in Belmopan and enjoys reading. Click here to read her personal essay "A Melting Pot A.K.A My Street." 

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