THE AUTHOR

Danna Troncatty Leahy is a graduate of U.C.L.A. and a veteran of the high technology industry.  She lives in the San Francisco Bay Area with her husband and two children.  She is an active member of the Women's National Book Association, volunteer teaches young children in her community and participates in various educational forums.  Following the national success of her debut children's book, CIAO BAMBINO!, she has released the second story in her travel series.  Her vividly illustrated books aim to inspire exploration of new countries and foreign language for young children.

THE ILLUSTRATOR

Gabhor Utomo grew up in Jakarta, Indonesia.  He moved to San Francisco, California in 1997 to pursue his interest in Art. He received his Bachelor of fine art in Illustration from The Academy of Art University in 2003. Since his graduation Gabhor has been working as a freelance illustrator. His work consists of children’s books, advertising illustration, editorial and much more. You can find out more about his work on his website at www.gabhorutomo.com.