Kim A. Larson is the children’s book author of Doll Trouble (Clavis Publishing, 2026) and Goat's Boat Won't Float (The Little Press, 2024). She’s a recipient of the SCBWI Ann Whitford Paul Award and multiple grants from the Minnesota State Arts Board and the Lake Region Arts Council. She writes to entertain, educate, and foster a lifelong love of reading in children through stories that are warm, humorous, and full of heart. 

Kim lives in Minnesota, and when she’s not writing, you may find her working in her garden or playing Sequence with her husband. Connect with her at KimALarson.com or on social media via linktr.ee/kimalarson.

Nataša Vertelj is a Slovenian illustrator specializing in pastel techniques. She studied graphic design at the School for Design and Photography in Ljubljana, but upon graduation, decided to pursue a career as an illustrator. She has illustrated over 40 children's books for various leading Slovenian and international publishing houses. Her artwork also appears in magazines, on gift bags and greeting cards.