Susan Wood, formerly writing as Susan VanHecke, is the author of Raggin' Jazzin' Rockin'- A History of American Musical Instrument Makers (ALA Notable Children's Book) and Under the Freedom Tree, as well as several books for adults. Pura Belpre winner Duncan Tonatiuh is a Mexican American illustrator and an author in his own right. He graduated from Parsons School of Design and his style is inspired by ancient Mexican art, especially the Mixtec codex. www.duncantonatiuh.com