Meaghan Axel is an elementary school librarian who lives on the Eastern Shore of Maryland with her husband and daughter. She loves sharing her passion for yoga, meditation, and reading with others. Meaghan discovered the magical power of her breath as an adult and now hopes to empower others with this valuable life skill. Her Powerful Me book series encourages readers to make mindful choices to improve their self-esteem and relationships. Meaghan hopes her books will help children giggle, grow, and bond with others.

Michelle Simpson grew up in the woods of Niagara Falls, Ontario and still resides there today. She is a full-time freelance illustrator, focusing mainly on children's publications, and holds a BAA in illustration from Sheridan College. Michelle has worked as a concept artist at KeyFrame Animation for kids cartoons such as Ollie: The Boy Who Became What He Ate (Season 2) and Tee and Mo (Season 1). She is the author of Night Festival: A Silent Picture Book and Monsters In My House which was short-listed for the Canadian Self Publishing awards in 2014. Michelle has also illustrated Hanukkah Harvie vs. Santa Claus by David Michael Slater and Back Home by Shaista Kaba Fatehali. Michelle draws her inspiration for her artwork from nature, animals and folklore.