Gordon ChisholmGordon Chisholm is the author of a previous volume of poetry, The Cracks in the Sidewalk (2019), as well as the children's book Bud (2021). All were inspired by his over twenty years of teaching, observing children's activities, their ups and downs, nd appreciating their unique perspective on a world that many adults have forgotten or "outgrown."

He lives in the Downsview area of North York in the city of Toronto with his wife, Ruth, and two pets, a poodle named Lulu and a cat named Oliver. In his spare time, he enjoys golf, curling, and bowling, woodworking, and playing the guitar and ukulele.

Alicia Neal is a Digital Artist based on the coast of British Columbia, Canada. Her works are a reflection of her passion for contemporary media, fiction, fantasy, and education. She has an extensive background in Character Design and Illustration as well as Storyboarding. Alicia is also the illustrator of The Cracks in the Sidewalk (2019) and Bud (2021). Read More Read Less