Barbara Mizoguchi is a Sansei (third generation Japanese American), a third generation Washingtonian, and a University of Washington graduate. She began in corporate work and then switched to working in the arts including the Japanese Cultural and Community Center of Washington. She serves/served on several Board of Directors including Japan-America Society of the State of Washington, Wing Luke Museum of the Asian American Experience, Asia Pacific Cultural Center, Japanese American Chamber of Commerce, etc.
Pamela A. Okano is a retired Seattle attorney. When not writing, she enjoys travel, yoga and gardening, Mariners baseball and Husky football.