LAUREN PERSONS: As a teacher, I have been lucky to have had the opportunity to work with children of all ages. They have taught me much, or more, than I have taught them. Their innocence, imagination, and tell-it-like-it-is style makes life an adventure, not a chore. As the author of What Happened to Chester, I want kids to take away a love of nature, and most important, the knowledge that nothing needs to stand in the way of them becoming their best selves. NOAH HRBEK: Before I could even walk or talk, I wanted to express myself through art. That interest has grown exponentially through the years, and continues to lead me to a wide variety of artistic opportunities and experiences. This has included theater arts, music, video, painting, sculpting, graphic design, and illustration. I hope Rory and Chester's story resonates with you as much as it has with me while creating its drawings. I am also very proud and excited to have my daughter's own artistic expressions included, in the final pages of this book. LYDIA WHITEHOUSE: My name is Lydia. I made Chester's banner. I am 8 years old and I love to draw and I also love music, nature, and my family. I also definitely LOVE animals!
