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Tish Rabe is a bestselling children’s book author, known for excellence in writing in verse. She is also a singer (dubbed “the singing author”), songwriter, children’s media producer, animation head writer, children’s book publisher, and expert in creating all forms of quality media for children and families. She has written over 170 books for Dr. Seuss, Disney, Sesame Street, PBS Kids, Clifford, Curious George, Blue’s Clues, and more. She divides her time between NYC and Mystic, CT.

Xavi Ramiro is an illustrator based in Girona, Catalonia, Spain. He has vast experience in creating illustration for children and young people, working across both print and digital, including books, newspapers, magazines, and games. He is currently the president of the Professional Association of Illustrators of Catalonia.

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