Christy Haleis the author and illustrator of several acclaimed children’s books, including four published by Lee & Low, and she has illustrated numerous other award-winning picture books as well. Hale also works in the children’s book field as an art director, a designer, and an educator, offering programs at schools, libraries, and museums. She lives with her husband in Palo Alto, California. You can learn more about her at christyhale.com.