CHILDREN¿S BOOK ICON: Krauss authored numerous beloved and classic books, including The Carrot Seed, A Hole Is to Dig, and The Happy Day, and her work continues to resurface posthumously (most recently Roar Like a Dandelion, illustrated by Sergio Ruzzier). She was married to Crockett Johnson (Harold and the Purple Crayon) and collaborated frequently with Maurice Sendak.ACCLAIMED AUTHOR: Higgins¿s books have earned starred reviews and widespread praise, including selections for Amazon Book Box, Kids¿ Indie Next List, and KidArtLit and an NPR ¿Best Book of the Year¿ nod.ACCLAIMED ILLUSTRATOR: Arsenault has earned three Governor General¿s Awards for Children¿s Literature, nominations for the Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award and Hans Christian Andersen Award shortlist, and three New York Times Best Illustrated mentions.BOOKS ABOUT BOOKS: Books about literary figures and the power of words are reliable favorites, especially among book reviewers and librarians. Like The Important Thing About Margaret Wise Brown, this is the ultimate picture book for picture book nerds.INVENTIVE NONFICTION: A fresh and whimsical storytelling approach inspired by Krauss¿s own playful, unique writing style makes this stand out from typical picture book biographies. Thorough back matter expands upon the story¿s poetic narrative.UNIVERSAL THEMES: Even readers who don¿t know Krauss will connect with this book about finding your own unique way to express your creativity, to find your voice, and to be authentically yourself.