Chuck Aardema grew up reading stories written by his grandmother, Verna Aardema, an acclaimed author of many children’s books, including Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People’s Ears, which...view moreChuck Aardema grew up reading stories written by his grandmother, Verna Aardema, an acclaimed author of many children’s books, including Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People’s Ears, which won the Caldecott Medal in 1976. He lives with his wife, Cindy, in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Maria Ciaccio is the oldest of three artist daughters. She is a Northern Illinois University fine arts graduate, a freelance illustrator, and graphic and web designer for the Chicago Botanic Garden. She lives with her partner, Ken, and their daughter, Laila, in the Chicago bungalow they rebuilt together.view less