THE AUTHOR OF OVER 80 BOOKS FOR CHILDREN. HIS WORKS INCLUDE PICTUREBOOKS, ACTIVITY BOOKS, POETRY. MINI MYSTERIES.PARODIES. A PLAY. AND EDUCATIONAL SOFTWARE. Rick Walton passed away on October 7, 2016, after complications from a malignant brain tumor. Mark Gollaher is the Author and Illustrator of several beginning reading books and has worked as a layout artist for a number of animated television series. He taught art at Cottonwood Elementary School and is also a professional actor and storyteller. When my first grandchild Lauren was born, I was inspired to build a line of children's books and products. Friends, family, and fans have been devoted to the success of the Little Tracker(R) brand and series. We have all worked hard to make this dream become a reality. Our team is dedicated to fun for all children and their families. The Safari series products featured, are just the beginning.