Bob McKinnon (he/him) is the author of the New York Times best seller, Three Little Engines, a modern retelling of the classic Little Engine that Could story, as well as the picture book America's Dreaming. Bob is a writer, designer, podcast host, children's author, and teacher. What unites all his work is the desire to help people move up in life--just as others have helped him. Bob's thankful for the complaints of others, especially his three daughters--as they help make him a better person. Learn more about his work and his own American dream story at movingupusa.com.

Thai Mai Phuong (she/her) is a Vietnamese illustrator who graduated with a bachelor of fine arts in interior design. She has a deep passion for visual storytelling and teaching for international publishers, magazines, brands, and universities. Phuong currently lives in Los Angeles with her husband. Learn more at thaiphuong.net.