Debbi Michiko Florence is a third generation Japanese American, and has many fond memories of her family's traditions and growing up in California. She is the author of the Jasmine Toguchi series and Keep It Together, Keiko Carter (Scholastic). Debbi lives in Connecticut. debbimichikoflorence.com
Jamie Michalak is a children's book author and editor of nearly forty TV hbooks including the highly praised Joe and Sparky early readers series. Jamie is also the author of many movie and sow adaptations. jamiemichalak.com