Rick DeDonatoRick DeDonato started writing and drawing storybooks for his two kids, Alexis and Matt, when they were little. They're grown now, but Rick is still creating stories! When he's not dreaming up adventures for Pipsie, he's an award-winning creative diretor in advertising. Born in New Jersey, he now lives in Wilmington, Delaware, with Nancy McAleer; their two dogs, Tugger and Nacho; and their turtle, Alfred E. Turtle! Read More Read Less