"Hi there! I’m Duston Gladfelter—an elementary school teacher of over 20 years, a hiking enthusiast, and the author of the Emma D. Lemma series.

After two decades in the classroom, I’ve learned a little secret: kids don’t actually hate reading or problem-solving; they just hate being bored. I write stories and design my lessons specifically to capture that spark of curiosity that makes learning feel like play.

Everything in this shop is built with a teacher’s eye and a storyteller’s heart. When you buy directly from this page, you’re supporting an independent author (and a real-life educator). Thanks for stopping by, and happy reading!"