Allen Say is the beloved author and illustrator of many acclaimed books for children, including the highly acclaimed Drawing from Memory , The Inker's Shadow , and The Favorite Daughter (all published by Scholastic); the Caldecott Medal winner Grandfather's Journey ; and the Caldecott Honor winner The Boy of the Three-Year Nap . He is known for his technical skill and varied style, and his books pay tribute to Japanese culture, as well as his own personal experiences. His many books include Tree of Cranes , Under the Cherry Blossom Tree , Tea with Milk , and Erika-San . He lives in Portland, Oregon. Allen Say is the beloved author and illustrator of many acclaimed books for children, including the highly acclaimed Drawing from Memory , The Inker's Shadow , and The Favorite Daughter (all published by Scholastic); the Caldecott Medal winner Grandfather's Journey ; and the Caldecott Honor winner The Boy of the Three-Year Nap . He is known for his technical skill and varied style, and his books pay tribute to Japanese culture, as well as his own personal experiences. His many books include Tree of Cranes , Under the Cherry Blossom Tree , Tea with Milk , and Erika-San . He lives in Portland, Oregon.