Louise Borden graduated from Denison University with a degree in history. She taught first graders and preschoolers and later was a part-owner of a bookstore in Cincinnati, Ohio. In addition to writing children's books, she also speaks regularly to young students about the writing process. Her books include Good Luck, Mrs. K! , which won the Christopher Medal , and The A+ Custodian . She lives in Cincinnati, Ohio, and you can visit her at LouiseBorden.com. Raúl Colón is the award-winning illustrator of many picture books, including Draw! , an ALA Notable Book and recipient of the International Latino Book Award; Imagine! , an ALA Notable Book, a New York Public Library Best Book for Kids, and a BookPage Best Book; Susanna Reich's José! Born to Dance ; Angela's Christmas by Frank McCourt; and Jill Biden's Don't Forget, God Bless Our Troops .

Mr. Colón lived in Puerto Rico as a young boy and now resides in New City, New York, with his family.