Robert Mellette has written, directed, designed and acted in theatre, film and television for over 30 years. His credits in various jobs include XENA: WARRIOR PRINCESS, NUTTY PROFESSOR II: THE KLUMPS, BLUE CRUSH, and his own JACKS OR BETTER, which won Dances With Films Best Screenplay award in 2000. He worked with the festival until 2020. He is a board member of the Society of Children's Book Writers & Illustrators for the Los Angeles Region and a member of the Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers of America. Robert's novels include, Billy Bobble Makes a Magic Wand, Billy Bobble And The Witch Hunt, and Kiya And The Morian Treasure. Look for Kiya And The Planet of Fates coming soon!