Brittany Richman is an author, mom, and former political staffer who worked for the White House and Congress. She is also the cofounder of The American Moms blog. She grew up in Salt Lake City, Utah, and treasures memories of childhood trips to Disneyland. Brittany now lives in South Dakota with her husband, three adventurous kids, and a mischievous goldendoodle. She has an MFA in writing for children from Vermont College of Fine Arts. The Woman Behind the Magic is her debut picture book. Visit her at TheAmericanMoms.com.

Joanie Stone lives in the quaint countryside of Virginia where she works illustrating books for children including Secrets of the Sea by Evan Griffith, The World of Emily Windsnap series by Liz Kessler, The Wire Zoo by Natasha Wing, and The Woman Behind the Magic by Brittany Richman. You can find more of her art on Instagram @JoanieStoneArt.

"Recommended for large collections, or readers with a particular enthusiasm for all things Disney."--Booklist

"Richman sprinkles pixie dust on one woman's influence on the Disney we know today."--Kirkus Reviews

* "An insightful and inspiring biography that shines a well-deserved light on a little-known figure who quietly helped shape the magic of Disney."--School Library Journal, STARRED REVIEW

Publisher: Bound to Stay Bound Books

Pub date: 2025-06-03

Length: 40 pages