Dr. Franco Santos is a writer and former educator whose work is shaped by a lifelong interest in how people learn, connect, and grow. His background spans military service, psychology, education, and clinical practice, but his current creative focus centers on storytelling—particularly stories that invite reflection, calm attention, and shared moments of connection.
A U.S. Army veteran, Franco served both on active duty and in the reserves before beginning a career in education and mental health. He later worked in academic and federal settings, including teaching psychology and sociology at the undergraduate level, supporting veteran education and mental health initiatives, and serving as a civilian advisor within the U.S. Army on matters related to education and institutional partnerships. Across these roles, his work consistently returned to themes of human development, curiosity, and meaning-making.
In recent years, Franco’s writing has turned toward children’s literature. His children’s book series, The Adventures of Chomp the Chimp, reflects the same values that guided his professional life: attentiveness to development, respect for emotional growth, and the belief that learning and connection need not be rushed or overstimulated. The series was created as an invitation to slow down and notice the world together, offering young readers gentle narratives grounded in kindness, curiosity, and quiet presence.
Franco holds advanced degrees in psychology and educational leadership, and his training includes clinical experience working with individuals, families, and groups. While his professional career in teaching and therapy has concluded, the perspectives formed through that work continue to inform his writing—now expressed through stories rather than classrooms or clinics.
Today, Franco’s work lives primarily in the creative space, where reflection, imagination, and care guide what comes next.
→ Visit chompthechimp.com to learn more about The Adventures of Chomp the Chimp.