Ralph Burgess the Author

Ralph Burgess is a character-education author and speaker whose books are used in schools across the United States, Toronto, and Mexico. He pioneered early anti-gang and anti-bullying children’s books and has reached thousands of students through classroom visits, library events, and school assemblies.

Ralph has presented at major education events such as NJEA, NABSE, and the International Reading Association. His work focuses on practical, story-based lessons that develop empathy, integrity, and conflict-resolution skills — tools teachers can use immediately in the classroom.

A recovered substance-abuser, Ralph brings personal experience and compassion to his workshops, including “Chronicling Your Recovery,” a self-publishing workshop for recovery groups. His journey gives him a unique voice when guiding students and adults toward resilience, positive choices, and lasting change.