A lifelong reader who has long been fascinated with the intricacies of childhood, Rebecca Kai Dotlich grew up in the Midwest. She studied creative writing, art history, and anthropology at Indiana University before raising her family and eventually becoming an award-winning children's poet and picture book author. She still lives in the Midwest with her husband. Susan Reagan earned her degree from the Columbus College of Art and Design. With previous experience in greeting cards, surface designs, and picture books, she explored a new style for You and Me. A lifelong Ohio resident, she lives in Cleveland with her husband and two dogs.