Kym Yrulegui
Kym Yrulegui is a multifaceted creative professional and author with over two decades of experience spanning writing, education, graphic design, web development, and in-home supportive services. As a book author and blogger since 2019, she has combined her passion for storytelling with her dedication to inspiring others through her work. Kym also brings her creativity to education, teaching American Sign Language and directing performance sign language groups, merging communication, artistry, and accessibility in unique ways.
Her professional journey includes founding and leading multiple creative ventures, including B+ Design, KymyPossible.com, and Crosswalk Studios, where she specialized in visual media, apparel design, video production, and web development. Kym’s experience also extends to in-home supportive services, providing compassionate care for families navigating terminal illnesses, demonstrating her commitment to service both creatively and personally.
A graduate of Central Valley School of Ministry and Fresno City College, Kym combines her technical and artistic expertise with a deep sense of empathy and community engagement. Through her writing, creative projects, and volunteer work in video production for local organizations, she continues to inspire, uplift, and educate those around her, making a lasting impact on both the arts and the lives she touches directly.
• Central Valley School of Ministry
• Fresno City College
• College of the Sequoias
• Church Council Member – Faith-based leadership and outreach initiatives We Got the Beat Youth Percussion Group – Community nonprofit offering music education for children
• Valley Christian Center, Fresno
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to divine guidance, perseverance, and a willingness to keep learning. Balancing my writing, motherhood, and caregiving has taught me that faith and resilience are at the heart of every achievement.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve ever received is, “Start where you are, use what you have, and trust the process.” This guidance helped me move past perfectionism and fear, showing me that consistency and faith often spark true inspiration.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice to young women entering this industry is to “just start writing—and don’t wait for permission.” Trust your story, take the first step, and know that every successful author began with a blank page; today, self-publishing and digital platforms make it easier than ever to share your voice.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
The biggest challenges in my field are gaining visibility and promoting my work, but I see this as an opportunity to connect directly with readers, build authentic communities, and leverage self-publishing to reach audiences in new ways.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values most important to me are honesty, humility, and lifelong learning. I also place great importance on faith and family, and I strive to reflect these principles in my writing by exploring themes of forgiveness, redemption, and human resilience.
Locations
Kym Forrest Publishing
Fresno, CA 93720