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. That calling grew into a passion for supporting mission trips and humanitarian work that uplifts children and families in need. Matteo’s Mission reflects his belief that even small acts of kindness can create a lasting impact. The stories are designed to help children understand empathy, service, engineering principles, and global responsibility in an age-appropriate way. Above all, this series is a tribute to love, resilience, and the idea that a single life can inspire good far beyond itself.