Jean Van Leeuwen is the author of more than fifty children’s books, ranging from pre-school picture books to middle-grade novels. Her Easy-to-Read Oliver and Amanda Pig series has won numerous awards over the years. She also has a strong interest in American history and has published both historical picture books and historical fiction for older readers. One of her greatest pleasures was working on CHICKEN SOUP with her illustrator-son, David Gavril. Her latest novel for middle-grade readers is THE MISSING PIECES OF ME. Jean and her husband live in Chappaqua and you can find out more about her at www.jeanvanleeuwen.com.