Kobi Yamada is a New York Times best-selling author, the creator of many inspiring books, and the president of Compendium, a company of amazing people doing amazing things. Kobi feels lucky to share his life with his gregarious family in the Pacific Northwest, where each day brings its own unique joy and magic.


Adelina Lirius is an illustrator based in Stockholm, Sweden. Ever since she can remember, she has loved drawing and painting. Today, she is happy to have a career doing something she truly enjoys. She enjoys painting imaginary scenes portraying nature, illustrating people, and incorporating the different cultures she grew up with. Her art is often described as detailed, playful, imaginary, and storytelling.