Erin Falligant is the author of more than forty books for children. Her American Girl titles include Girl of the Year, Smart Girls Guides, mysteries, and short stories. Ms. Falligant has a master's degree in child clinical psychology and writes from her home in Madison, Wisconsin.

Brenna Vaughan 's work is a blend of digital and traditional media that combines watercolor, ink, and acrylic with digital techniques. She has a BFA in illustration from Memphis College of Art and lives in the St. Louis, Missouri, area.