Lee Wardlaw is an award-winning author of more than two dozen books for children and young adults, including the beloved Won Ton: A Cat Tale told in haiku, which received widespread critical acclaim upon its original publication, and My Book of Firsts, also published by Red Comet Press. Known for her wit, warmth, and inventive use of form, she brings humor and heart to stories that resonate with young readers. She lives in Santa Barbara, California. Visit her at leewardlaw.com. Eugene Yelchin is an internationally acclaimed author and illustrator whose work has earned numerous honors, including a Newbery Honor for Breaking Stalin’s Nose. Trained as a stage designer in Russia, he brings a distinctive artistic sensibility to his picture books, combining expressive line work with emotional depth. He lives in Los Angeles, California. Visit him at eugeneyelchin.com.