Allen Kitchen

Allen Kitchen is a teacher and the author of three published books, I Want To Be a Sprinkler, The True Story of the Gingerbread Man and The Treasure. Many more books are in the works. Allen grew up in Norfolk, Ontario Canada. After spending two decades in Japan, he has returned to Canada and currently resides in Simcoe, Ontario with his family. Nearly all his tales originated as bedtime stories he told to his son. His books cover a wide range of themes, and it is hoped that the stories will inspire children to read more, write more, and dream more. You can find out more on facebook.com/allenkitchenbooks or on his website at allenkitchenbooks.com.

Funda Girgin is originally from Eskisehir, Turkey. A former visual arts and technology and design teacher in Turkey, she now works as a freelance illustrator for children`s books. Her amazing illustrations truly bring stories to life. Having moved to Canada in 2017, she now lives in London, Ontario with her family.