Stokes, Candy: - Candy Stokes has always held children's books dear to her heart and is pleased to present The Blue Balloon's Magnificent Day as her first published work. She lives in San Diego and enjoys writing, cooking, and hanging out with her extended family, which includes ten lively grandchildren.

Siddens, Jennifer: - Jennifer can usually be found up to her elbows in a variety of art mediums and particularly enjoys abstract collage work. You will find her delightfully charming illustrations generously splashed onto the pages this book, her first collaboration with her sister, Candy. When not creatively engaged, you can find her hiking and enjoying the beaches of Northern California with her husband, two sons, and ever-present dog, Happy.