Carrie Lara, PsyD, is a licensed clinical psychologist who has worked with a range of clients, from children and families to adults with severe mental illness. She is an award-winning children's book author whose books include the award winning Marvelous Maravilloso, The Heart of Mi Familia, and Out of the Fires . She lives in Sonoma County, CA with her family. Visit carriealara.com and @AuthorCarrieLara on Facebook and Instagram. Christine Battuz has illustrated over 60 children's books, including Marvelous Maravilloso, The Heart of Mi Familia, My Sister Beth's Pink Birthday , and Shy Spaghetti and Excited Eggs . Her work appears in educational books, magazines, toys, and toy packaging. She teaches art to adults and children of all ages.

She lives in Bromont, Quebec. Visit her at mbArtists.com and illustrationquebec.com.