Amy Houchen fondly remembers hearing and reading many poems as a child, particularly those by Robert Louis Stevenson, Lewis Carroll, AA Milne, Robert Frost, and Dr. Seuss. It seemed only natural to put some of her childhood experiences and imaginings, and those of her children and grandchildren, into verse. She has also written poems and hymns for adults, as well as articles and a book about gardens and gardening. She lives in Portland, Oregon. Her website is amyhouchen.com Allie Sullberg is an artist, writer, and illustrator based in San Francisco, California. Her website is https: //alliesullberg.com/