When not talking about himself in third-person, Alaska-born author Matthew Oliphant brings his love of nature and passion for adventure to his writing, crafting vivid, unforgettable stories that blend precision and wild imagination. With a background in technical writing and a deep understanding of the human condition, he creates authentic, thought-provoking tales that challenge readers to see the world in a new light. Whether exploring the depths of the human psyche or the farthest reaches of the natural world, Oliphant's writing is characterized by its beauty and unflinching honesty. He is a writer who is not afraid to take risks-always striving to create something truly original.Russo, Peter: - Peter grew up around some excellent cemeteries in rural Western Massachusetts. He has always loved illustrated stories. While his family's library consisted of more than 2000 titles, he ignored most of them, favoring ones with pictures like A.A. Milne's "Winnie the Pooh", Russell Hoban's "The Mouse and His Child", and Peter Madsen's Valhalla comics.Peter studied printmaking at UMass Amherst and now lives in Portland, Oregon with his wife Marla. Depending on the day, he might be an artist, writer, genealogist, designer, nature geek, comic book nerd, and/or various other multitudes. This is the first children's book he's illustrated.