Elizabeth Gilbert Bedia grew up in the rural Midwest surrounded by fields, blue sky, and a multitude of animals, where she became a keen observer with a big imagination. Liz loved creating stories about the world around her and turned to books to learn more. Liz is the author of Bess the Barn Stands Strong, and Balloons For Papa.Marie Bollmann Is an illustrator currently living in Hamburg, Germany. You can see her work on her Instagram (@marie.bollmann.illustration)