Denise Brennan-Nelson has written a number of books for children, including Tallulah: Mermaid of the Great Lakes, Leopold the Lion, Someday Is Not a Day of the Week, My Momma Likes to Say, and the popular Willow series. As a national speaker, Denise encourages adults and children to tap into their imaginations to create richer, fuller lives. She travels the country, sharing her reading and writing enthusiasm with schoolchildren and teachers. Denise lives in Howell, Michigan with her husband, Bob. She strives to spend each day teaching and learning with a creative spirit. Find out more about Denise at www.denisebrennannelson.com.

Kevin O'Malley is the illustrator of more than 50 books, including Lucky Leaf, Bud, Big Squeak, Little Squeak and Froggy went a-Courtin'. When he's not drawing, he's busy learning to be a jazz guitarist, which he says is not going well. Kevin lives in Baltimore, Maryland, with his wife, Dara, and their two boys.