Nell Cross Beckerman Nell Cross Beckerman writes books for children celebrating nature and wonder, including Down Under the Pier, published by Cameron Kids; When the Sky Glows; Caves; and Volcanoes. She is a proud resident of Culver City, where she can walk to the Park to Playa path. Sophie Diao is a New York Times bestselling illustrator and author whose books include Tiny Troubles: Nelli's Purpose, I Am Golden, and Sarah and the Big Wave. She lives and hikes in the hills of Oakland. sophiediao.com