YOLANDA SIMMONS, an award-winning author, educator, performer, a mentor and minister of encouragement and inspiration. She received her education from Montclair State University, Regent University, New York Theological Seminary, and Manhattan Bible Institute. With over four decades of experience in education, community service, beauty, fashion, and the arts, she continues to inspire others to serve with excellence, poise and heart. BACKSTAGE GRACE is her second book, following her poetry collection P.E.A.C.E.: PROGRESSIVE EVOLUTION AND CONSCIOUS EXPANSION. In addition, the P.E.A.C.E. calender series celebrates its 3rd year of release. The 2026 theme is SHE REMEMBERS. The calendar is a visual companion and reflection tool to complement one's evolutionary journey.