ERICA S. PERL is the author of many hilarious picture books and award-winning novels for young readers. Before becoming a full-time writer, Erica worked at First Book, a nonprofit literacy organization. She is an enthusiastic, inspiring speaker and presenter at schools, libraries, and conferences. She loves to get kids excited about reading and writing. Erica lives in Washington, DC, with her family. To learn more, visit ericaperl.com, find her on Facebook, or follow her on Twitter at @ericaperl.MICHAEL SLACK is an artist, illustrator, character designer, and award-winning app designer. His work has appeared on board games, card games, and even a puzzle. Michael has illustrated many hysterically funny picture books--including those he has written himself. He lives with his family in the San Francisco Bay Area. Visit his website at slackart.com, and follow him on Twitter at @michaelslackart, on Facebook, and on Pinterest.

ERICA S. PERL is the author of many hilarious picture books and award-winning novels for young readers. Before becoming a full-time writer, Erica worked at First Book, a nonprofit literacy organization. She is an enthusiastic, inspiring speaker and presenter at schools, libraries, and conferences. She loves to get kids excited about reading and writing. Erica lives in Washington, DC, with her family. To learn more, visit ericaperl.com, find her on Facebook, or follow her on Twitter at @ericaperl.MICHAEL SLACK is an artist, illustrator, character designer, and award-winning app designer. His work has appeared on board games, card games, and even a puzzle. Michael has illustrated many hysterically funny picture books--including those he has written himself. He lives with his family in the San Francisco Bay Area. Visit his website at slackart.com, and follow him on Twitter at @michaelslackart, on Facebook, and on Pinterest.