Carl the Complainer

Michelle Knudsen is the author of many books, including the fantasy novels The Dragon of Trelian and The Princess of Trelian. She is also the author of the New York Times bestselling picture book Library Lion, illustrated by Kevin Hawkes, as well as the picture books Argus, illustrated by Andréa Wesson, and Big Mean Mike, illustrated by Scott Magoon. Michelle Knudsen lives in Brooklyn, New York.

Maryann Cocca-Leffler is the illustrator of the acclaimed Wanda’s Roses by Pat Brisson and Clams All Year, which she wrote. She lives in New Hampshire.