Aaron Reynolds is the author of several highly-acclaimed picture books, including President Squid, Nerdy Birdy, Creepy Carrots!, Carnivores, and Joey Fly, Private Eye. After graduating with a degree in theater from Illinois Wesleyan University, he held many interesting and exciting jobs, including actor, businessman, waiter, dancer, carpenter, and chef, before becoming a writer. He's never been a farmer or a rooster, but he's thinking of trying one of those next. He lives near Chicago, where his wife and two kids keep life spicy. Paulette Bogan is the author and illustrator of many wonderful books for children, including Goodnight Lulu, a Children's Book-of-the-Month Club Main Selection; Momma's Magical Purse; and the books about the lovable pooch, Spike. She lives with her family in New York City.