Alan C. Elliott received his MAS from Southern Methodist University and his MBA from University of Texas, Arlington. He first began writing stories for his own children and for his wife's students. He has published more than twenty books on topics ranging from history and science to comedy and invention. A member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators, Elliott is a lifelong resident of Dallas.
Stephanie Ford earned bachelor of arts degrees in both history and art from Stephen F. Austin State University and teaches high-school art and English. She is the illustrator of Pelican's Confederate Alphabet; Nadine, My Funny and Trusty Guide Dog; and Willy the Texas Longhorn and is a member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators. As a historian who has adopted Civil War reenacting as a pastime, she focuses on women as active participants on the battlefield, particularly the vivandieres, or canteen keepers. She and her husband live in Texas.
