Dorena Williamson, a bestselling author, has written other children's books celebrating multiculturalism, including Crowned with Glory. She is also a preacher's kid, pastor's wife, and cross-cultural ministry veteran. She and her husband planted Strong Tower Bible Church in Nashville, Tennessee, a faith community passionate about biblical justice and God's diverse kingdom.

Ronique Ellis currently lives in Queens, New York, but grew up in the countryside of Jamaica and spent her childhood either tucked away reading or exploring the great outdoors of her little town. She considers herself a collector of sounds, smells, moods, and moments, which she then weaves into her illustrations. She has a BFA in computer art and animation from Syracuse University.