About Vera Starbard

Vera Starbard is a three-times Emmy-nominated tv writer, editor, playwright, and author. Born in Craig, Alaska with Tlingit and Dena'ina Athabascan heritage, she has lived all over the state. For her work as a writer on the PBS Kids show Molly of Denali, she was nominated for two Children and Family Emmy Awards -- including for "Outstanding Writing on a Preschool Animated Program." In 2024, she was named Alaska's State Writer Laureate. Currently, Vera lives in Douglas, Alaska with her husband, books, and too many cats.