Rachel Hobbs was born in the United States to a Californian father and an Argentine mother. She grew up with a love of languages and music and received her Bachelor of Arts in Spanish with a minor in music. This is her debut picture book and is a blend of her cultures. She also enjoys volunteering and working with children, in addition to raising her own three kids near Monterey, California. Connect with Rachel at https: //twitter.com/RachelHobbsGunn.