Schaefer, Lola M.: - Award-winning author Lola M. Schaefer has published more than 280 books for children. She enjoys writing both fiction and nonfiction, especially for younger audiences. She wrote the Mittens books for emergent readers, which have sold more than one million copies. Many of her picture books have been translated into other languages from Russian to Korean to French. When Lola is not writing, offering workshops to aspiring writers, or writing side-by-side with children, you might find her gardening, hiking, or reading a good book. To learn more, visit LolaSchaefer.com.

Allen, Savannah: - Savannah Allen is a self-taught illustrator in Nashville, Tennessee. Savannah lives in a world of cupcakes and rainbows and strives to bring that level of joy and whimsy into the world. In her free time you can find her making forts and snacks with her husband and two kids, Sadie Lou and baby Ben.