Anne Ginkel is a former teacher in the United States and England. She holds degrees from St. Joseph's College, the University of Warwick in England, and Southern College of Technology. For many years, she owned Hobbit Hall Children's Bookstore in Atlanta. She lives in New Jersey.
Janie Bynum grew up in Texas and graduated from the University of North Texas with a BFA in graphic design with an emphasis on illustration. As an author-illustrator, she has created many lovable characters and stories for younger children; she has also illustrated books by other writers. She lives in Michigan.
