Bell — Kristina

Kristina Bell made history in 2023 when she was appointed as the , California. Her story is one of breaking traditional barriers in law enforcement.

: She did not dream of being a police officer as a child but was motivated by the challenge and a desire to help people on a larger scale.

: To write No Small Shame , Bell actually went down a mine shaft to understand the life of her protagonist, Mary, who travels from a Scottish pit village to the coal mines of Victoria, Australia. kristina bell

: She explores "unlikely friendships" and "shattering betrayals" set against the backdrop of World War I.

: Her leadership is defined by a commitment to "community engagement" and building strong partnerships that reflect the community she serves. Kristina Bell made history in 2023 when she

: While attending the University of Illinois, Kristina lacked a healthy family support system and worked three jobs simultaneously—barista, dance instructor, and cybersecurity intern—to put herself through school.

: Supported by the "By The Hand" community, she graduated in 2024 and secured a position in marketing, now living independently as a "Wheaton resident" who views everyone as a "child of God". 🎭 The Actress & Writer (Kristen Bell) : To write No Small Shame , Bell

: Bell describes her stories as starting with a "haunting"—a snippet of overheard conversation or an image out of context that refuses to go away. The Barrier-Breaker (Chief Kristina Bell)