SAINT LOUIS, MO, September 10, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Ann Mracek has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Mrs. Mracek has established herself as an expert in the creative arts, with a career spanning over 45 years marked by innovation, versatility and a commitment to artistic excellence. As founder of Mracek Studio, Ann Michelle Mracek, since 1979, she has dedicated herself to teaching piano, voice and music composition, nurturing countless students in their musical journeys. Her expertise extends beyond instruction to being recognized for her work as a composer and author, achievements that have garnered her significant acclaim.

In her role as a content creator and narrator, Mrs. Mracek produces the YouTube video series "My Best Friends Live in the Woods: The Adventures of Albert," which currently boasts more than 235,000 subscribers. She serves as storyteller, illustrator and composer for the series, crafting original solo piano pieces and unique character voices to enhance each episode's emotional resonance.

Mrs. Mracek is also known for her work as a voice actress at MagiQuest, where she provides the voices for most of the female characters throughout the amusement park. Her talents as a performer were honed during her tenure as director and principal dancer at Aabla Raqs Belly Dance Studio for 25 years. There, she was responsible for choreography, teaching, composing dance music and designing costumes and sets. Her leadership elevated the company's performances, including interactive stage shows such as "Friendship Flies the Sun: The Ancient Egyptian Legend of Scarab Beetle," which were presented at schools and Renaissance fairs. Earlier in her career, she performed as a singer and dancer at Six Flags Over Mid America (now Six Flags St. Louis), where she participated in the Dance at the Palace show.

Among Mrs. Mracek's proudest accomplishments is composing "Symphony No1: Shadow Dragon" for full orchestra. As an author, she has also achieved remarkable success with "Unpacking the Attic: A Path To Healing Your Inner Child." This memoir has won 19 awards, including gold and first-place honors for Best Memoir, Best Self-Help Book and Best Nonfiction across all categories. The book's transformative journey began when she undertook the task of clearing out her parents' home, leading to profound personal insights that resonated with readers and critics alike. Its impact continues to grow through partnerships with Kirkus Reviews and distribution via IngramSpark and Amazon.

Mrs. Mracek's academic background laid a strong foundation for her career achievements. She earned both a bachelor's degree in music theory composition with a minor in piano and orchestral conducting from The University of Kansas in 1979 and a master's degree in the same field from The University of Kansas in 1980. Her early interest in music was sparked by encouragement from a kindergarten teacher who recommended piano lessons, a pivotal moment that set her on a lifelong path of musical exploration. Years of dance study further enriched her artistic perspective.

A deep spiritual connection to a higher power guides Mrs. Mracek's creative path. She attributes her willingness to embrace new opportunities — often requiring courage, trust and vulnerability — to this sense of divine guidance. Compassion and a desire to help others are also central to her work, whether through teaching or sharing healing principles in keynote speeches focused on spirituality, emotional growth and empowerment.

Mrs. Mracek's literary contributions extend beyond her memoir with works like "My Best Friends Live in The Woods: The Adventures of Albert," "Friendship Flies the Sun: The Ancient Egyptian Legend of Scarab Beetle," the forthcoming romance novel "Through Eternal Time" and her current novel, "Symphony of Self : Compose Your Life," which will include on-line courses and full stage keynote concerts. She is also developing a sequel to her memoir titled "Still Unpacking the Attic." As a music keynote speaker, moving from the microphone to the piano, she empowers audiences to reframe childhood trauma with adult perspective, using her original compositions to amplify the emotional transformation. She brings healing insights from her own journey to audiences at spiritual retreats, wellness conventions and corporate events.

Recognition for Mrs. Mracek's work includes being named a finalist for Best Memoir and Author of the Year at the International Impact Book Awards in Hollywood, California, in 2025, as well as receiving gold first-place honors for memoir at the same event. Her work is rooted in compassion, cooperation and honesty, consistently conveying themes of forgiveness and mutual support with the intention of inspiring and uplifting others.

In her personal life, Mrs. Mracek enjoys traveling — having visited 28 countries since 2003 — exploring different cultures, hiking, spending time in nature and devoting quality time to her family. Further dedicated to her community, her civic involvement includes serving as a conductor for a church orchestra and singing in the church choir.

Looking ahead, Mrs. Mracek is collaborating with producer Brian Taw and a scriptwriter to develop a five-episode pilot of "My Best Friends Live in the Woods," with plans to pitch it to major networks and Disney. She also plans to continue work on her romance novel and memoir sequel.

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