After winning a prize for her story "Petulia, the Petunia," in grade three, Carolyn Beck knew she wanted to write, but it wasn't until she grew up and had a family of her own that she truly pursued this career path. Previous titles include The Waiting Dog, Buttercup's Lovely Day, Richard was a Picker, and Wellington's Rainy Day. She lives in Toronto, Ontario.
François Thisdale is an award-winning illustrator. His style combines traditional drawing and painting with digital images. He is the illustrator of The Stamp Collector. He lives in Carnigan, Montreal.