JOE BLUHM is an artist and storyteller, with books and animation as his primary medium. The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore by William Joyce, the book that inspired the Academy Award–winning short film, marked his picture book debut. He has illustrated several books and graphic novels, including The Magician’s Secret by Zachary Hyman, Dear Sister by Alison McGhee, and The Great Dinosaur Sleepover by Linda Bailey. His animation work has garnered Emmy and Academy awards. Joe currently lives in Louisiana with his wife, kids and menagerie of pets.