Mackenzie Porter loves writing stories inspired by her family and is the author of four books, including In My Heart, You Are Home, Let Her Be, and She Is Mama. Mackenzie wrote her first book, In My Heart, when she returned to work after the birth of her daughter. Mackenzie obtained her Master of Public Health (MPH) degree in 2023 and works full time both in maternal and child health and as being a mom. In her spare time, she loves to travel anywhere and everywhere. She lives in Indianapolis, Indiana, with her husband, daughter, dog, and the rest of her big Greek family. Visit her online at BooksByMackenzie.com.

Jenny Løvlie is a Norwegian illustrator, designer, creative, storyteller, and bird enthusiast. Growing up about as far north as it’s physically possible to get on mainland Europe has shaped her creative approach. Using bold colors, textures, and strong shapes, she creates stunning landscapes, people, and animals. She’s fascinated by the strong bond between humans and animals and the link between humans and nature.

Xin Li was born and raised in China and currently lives in Norway with her husband and their three-year-old daughter. After many years working as an interaction designer in the software design industry, she found her true passion in illustration and visual storytelling. Xin loves quiet magic, surrealism, and stories that evoke imagination.

Heather Brockman Lee is an award-winning illustrator who loves drawing people, nature, emotions, and the magic in everyday moments. When not in her studio painting, she’s in her garden hanging out with bees and whistling at birds. She lives with her husband and two kids in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, where she is slowly making the inside of their house resemble a library. Find out more at HeatherBrockmanLee.com.

Katie Cottle is a freelance illustrator and picture book maker living and working in Bristol, UK. Originally from Swansea, she moved to Bristol to study illustration at University of the West of England and hasn’t left since graduating in 2017. She enjoys telling stories through her drawing and uses a variety of media, including a mix of traditional and digital techniques. She loves using bright colors and drawing grumpy faces. Find out more at KatieCottle.com.