作者: Denise Mattice

About the Author Lynn E. Lensmire has loved writing and drawing since she was a little girl using blunt pencils and broken crayons. That love of writing grew as she did, and the world around her became her inspiration. Sparkling stars twinkled special messages, rainbows sent colorful hugs, and snow covered trees whispered quietly as they sheltered animals from the cold. Nature spoke and Lynn listened. Lynn shared that love with her children, her grandchildren, and thousands of school children as she taught them to write their own stories. Now, happily retired, she is writing childrens books. The stories are told through the voice of her lovable little dog, Chaucer, who, through sharing his own experiences, helps children understand more about themselves and the world around them. About the Illustrator Denise Mattice grew up on a farm in central Wisconsin, where there were many animals and bugs to catch her imagination. Largely a self-trained artist, she draws her inspiration from the natural world, and her paintings feature regional flora and fauna. She is also a prolific crafter, inventively illustrating a range of found objects including leaves, rocks, driftwood, saws, turkey feathers, and more. Denises work can be found on display each year at the Art in the Park festival in Wausau, WI; a collaborative mural can be seen at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, and murals at several local elementary schools and private homes. Painting brings Denise to a peaceful place where she can let her imagination soar. Denise and her husband have two grown children and two grandchildren. Denise can often be found camping, hiking, and exploring the outdoors.