Jane Yolen, hailed as the Aesop of the twentieth century, has written more than 300 books, won numerous awards, and received six honorary doctorates in literature. Her works include such classics as The Devil's Arithmetic, How Do Dinosaurs Say Good Night?, and the Caldecott Medal-winner, Owl Moon. Now a grandmother, her new role has provided refreshed inspiration to celebrate the interests of young children. Jane lives outside of Springfield, Massachusetts. Learn more at janeyolen.com. Rilla Alexander is a rising star in the world of children's books, having most recently illustrated Motor Mix: Emergency and Motor Mix: Flight. While working on this book, she found herself particularly grateful to her dog, Mr. Tom, for sitting on her porch and scaring away every squirrel, raccoon, possum, and bird who dared come near. Perhaps that is why, to her knowledge, a bear has never sat on her porch. Rilla lives in Portland, Oregon. Learn more at byrilla.com.