Carolyn Graves, along with her husband, Jake, wrote ""Up then Down! A Ski Tour From Town"" united by a lifelong passion for skiing and mountain adventure. Their inspiration to write for children grew from their years spent traveling to ski destinations around the world and noticing a critical gap in accessible resources for young learners about snow safety, avalanche awareness, and basic mountain protocol. Committed to preventative education, they believe introducing these concepts early to foster a safe and informed mountain community for generations.