I am a life-long visual artist who uses art making as a form of therapy and communication. In addition to illustrating many children’s books, I run my own design firm that I (kind of) fell into when I lived in Philadelphia for a decade. I now live in Ecuador with my husband and daughter and have an ever-growing adult fantasy and children’s book library.

My name is Martine Vanderheyden-Lundahl. I was born in Belgium, in Wallonia, the French-speaking part. My father is Belgian, and my mother is Rwandan. I am super proud of them both.

Hi, I live in London with my hubby and 2 boys. My background is in science, but I have always enjoyed writing. Those who know me well know my need for detail and how I seek people who know how to tell a good story! This is my first book, my passion project, so this world is very new to me.

I would describe myself as someone who cherishes the essence of the child I once was, and undoubtedly, I am an unbounded dreamer at heart.

Hello! I am Mrs. Colleen Giordano. I am a Math Resource Teacher. This is my thirty – first year teaching in Fort Lee. I started teaching in 1992, as Miss Patti, Kindergarten Teacher at School#4. I then taught Basic Skills Math and Resource Math at Schools #3 & #4 from 2001 to 2020. In 2021, I began teaching Resource Math at School #1.

I have a diploma in the field of early childhood education. I have several years of experience running early-on centers and working in daycare with small children.

I am a mum of three active boys, who is passionate about being a mum and telling stories kids will love to read.

India Butts is an author, life coach, and the Research and Development Quality Manager at Bronner Brothers Inc. As a hobby India she loves to Face Paint. She was born in Roanoke, Virginia, and raised in Greater Atlanta, Georgia. India attended Point University.

My name is Carter Patterson. I’m a fourth grader and an A Honor Roll student. I love to play Roblox. My favorite food is pizza. I love to spend time with my family. My favorite NFL team is the Kansas City Chiefs. My Favorite College football team is the University of Alabama Crimson Tide. I want to be a Mechanical Engineer and attend the University of Alabama at Huntsville. Math is my favorite subject.

I’m from Philadelphia, PA, born and raised. I take immense pride in my roots, and being from Philly has shaped me in many ways. It’s a city rich in history, diversity, and a vibrant arts and culture scene that has greatly influenced my creativity.