HEATHER ALEXANDER is the author of numerous bestselling books for children, including Welcome to Critter City picture book series and Wallace and Grace early chapter book series. She lives in Los Angeles with her family and beagle, Luna May. The inspiration for this story came during the devastating wildfires, when she and her evacuated friends watched in awe, as courageous flying fire fighters risked their lives to protect the city. Visit her at heatheralexanderbooks.com. Bill Ledger is a London-based cartoon illustrator and animator with a distinguished career using both 2D and 3D styles. His formal studies were in illustration and design at Ravensbourne College of Art in London. Today, Bill's distinct style and vibrant character designs are sought after by clients across the globe.

His ability to smoothly transition between 2D and 3D art has made him a versatile and highly valued creative. Mendola Artists has been his representativein the US for the past 25 years. Bill has amassed an impressive portfolio, collaborating with some of the biggest names in the illustration world. He has lent his talents to companies like Disney, Nickelodeon, Hasbro, and Fisher Price, contributing his animation and illustration skills to projects that have captured the imaginations of children and adults alike. Notably, Bill was chosen to create the Olympic mascot, Pride the Lion, for the London 2012 Olympic Games. He has won2 British animation awards for character design on Nickelodeon's Those Scurvy Rascals. Bill currently lives in Chislehurst, Kent, UK, where he continues to dedicate his time and passion for illustration.