Deborah Dybowski has spent a large part of her life with young children and open books. A kindergarten and first grade teacher for almost thirty years, she has enjoyed sharing her passion for reading, writing, and discussing stories, helping children grow and learn about themselves and the world through the love of books.

Now retired, she has more time to devote to her own writing, and has published works of poetry and fiction. On Falcon's Wings is illustrated by her grandson, Andrew.

Deborah lives with her husband in Southern California.