Dr. Nancy Shapiro is a clinical psychologist in private practice and has been working in the field of mental health since 1987. She is also the Chief Operating Officer and Training Program Director at TurnUp Activism, a non-profit that has helped thousands of young people on their path towards becoming civically engaged. She has a BA from Simon's Rock of Bard College, an MA from Lesley University, and a PsyD from Antioch New England Graduate School. Outside of work, she is a mother of three, an oboist and composer, and enjoys cycling, tennis, reading, and writing.

Vânia Sacramento is a Portuguese illustrator who loves drawing children, nature, and animals. Her style is colorful and whimsical, and celebrates the diversity of our world. She lives in Frankfurt, Germany with her husband and son.