J.J. LEVAN is a wife and mother whose oldest son was diagnosed with PDD/NOS in 1998. She has, since, become an advocate and writer for autism, as well as a Certified Independent Provider for people with special needs. J.J. enjoys spending time with her family in Ohio, drinking fiercely black coffee, and filling her three granddogs full of special treats. JAMES NEWTON has been telling stories through images since he was three years old. He has been freelancing as an illustrator and animator since his graduation from Huntington University in 2019. He lives in the Greater Fort Wayne area with his lovely wife Sarah, where they spend their free time wandering local street fairs, hiking hidden trails, and cooking for the people they love.