Jacob Sager Weinstein’s earliest memory is watching his big brother and sister go off to school without him. His most recent memory is typing that last sentence. In between, he has written for The New Yorker, HBO, and the BBC. His other books include Hyacinth And The Secrets Beneath and Lyric McKerrigan, Secret Librarian. He lives in London with his wife and their two children.

Barbara Malley is a cartoonist, illustrator, and entertainment art/animation lecturer from Southern California. She loves to draw in her sketchbook, hang out with cats, collect rocks, watch ice hockey, and read manga.

Odd Dot is a boutique imprint that publishes author-driven brands, select licensing partnerships, fiction, nonfiction, and innovative formats for ages 0-12. From toy-like board books and trend-setting sticker collections, to inspirational picture books and more, we are always steered by kids' interests and the transformative power of reading. Odd Dot's core mission is to craft books that inspire joy, foster connections, and ignite curiosity—all the while having a ton of fun together. Harnessing the magic of collaboration, Odd Dot specializes in delivering exceptional originality in whatever form our ideas and partnerships take. Discover more about our imprint on www.odddot.com or by following along on the adventure @odddotbooks.