Mary Nethery is the New York Times and USA Today best-selling author of picture books including the cozy read-along Hannah and Jack and shelf-favorite collaborations with Kirby Larson. For these works together, Mary and Kirby received the ASPCA Children’s Book Award, The Christopher Medal, a JLG Award and the National Parenting Publication Gold Award. Mary also has an extensive background in teaching, curriculum design and staff development. She currently lives in Richmond, Virginia with her professor son nearby and her snuggly kitties Ruby Chanel and Remy Moss!