Kathryn Simmonds lives in Norwich in the East of England with her husband, two daughters, and two mischievous guinea pigs. In addition to writing about accident-prone bears, she has also told stories about a shy sunflower seed (Be My Brave Sunflower) and a peace-loving bee (Trouble at the Bug Hotel). She likes visiting the beach, eating cake, and reading funny poems.

Alison Brown studied Fine Art at Liverpool and then became a graphic designer. She is the illustrator of the Wall Street Journal and #1 Publishers Weekly bestseller I Love You Night and Day, I'll Never Let You Go, Snow Bear, You Make Me Happy, and the Little Owl series by Debi Gliori. Alison lives in the United Kingdom.

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"Simmonds' rollicking verses recount the well-meant mischief, and a couple of Britishisms add charm. Brown's lively line-and-color art brims with personality. . . . A grand time for all." --Kirkus Reviews

"Beautifully illustrated. . . . A hilarious and whimsical ride sure to delight both children and the adults who read to them." --Kirkus Reviews, on THE VERY BEST HUG

"Tender and comic. . . . Eminently huggable." --Publishers Weekly, on THE VERY BEST HUG

"The roly-poly pair are delightfully expressive and adorable, and the sentiments expressed are those caregivers appreciate and celebrate in their children." --Kirkus Reviews, on YOU MAKE ME HAPPY

"This gentle, reassuring story is a calming tale just right for family or group sharing." --School Library Journal, on I LOVE YOU NIGHT AND DAY