Kevin Kunkel believes people are fundamentally good and altruistic and that education and community are the keys to unlocking the best in everybody. He hopes his books contribute to making our planet a better place. Kunkel is allergic to cats and dogs but pets aren’t necessary. His two boys (age 2 and newborn) fill the house’s quota for untamed creatures. Kunkel has a standing New Year’s resolution to become a more explosive athlete. He hasn’t been successful yet but he thinks it’s because he hasn’t put in the work. He fully intends to fix the screen door on the porch this summer or by next year at the latest.