Robert D. Reed (Bob), the fun-loving and generous founder of Robert D. Reed Publishers, has produced and distributed around 2000 titles in his 45+ years as a publisher, including Patch Adams' best-selling book House Calls. Bob has also co-authored more than 50 books and resource guides. Wherever he goes, fun, humor and laughter follow him. He even has the word "fun" in his author contracts. His wife Cleone works with him as an editor and graphic designer. Bob is an avid gardener and enjoys cooking, traveling, movies, and spending time with family and friends.

Kushner, America' Favorite Humor Consultant, is an internationally acclaimed expert on humor and communication. Author of several books, co- creator of a humor exhibit that appeared at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, popular keynote speaker at corporate and association meetings, he's been profiled in Time, USA Today, NY Times, Washington Post; appeared on CNN, C-SPAN, Larry King, much more.