Edward William Kostowniak is the author of Matteo’s Mission, a children’s book series rooted in hope, service, and compassion. Trained as a Civil Engineer, his career focused on using practical problem-solving to improve quality of life and strengthen communities. Mr. Kostowniak’s inspiration for writing this series comes first and foremost from his son, Matthew, who passed away at childbirth and forever changed how he sees the world. Through grief, Edward felt a deep calling to transform loss into purpose and meaning.