Susan Stockdale is the author and illustrator of children’s picture books including “Stripes of All Types,” “Bring On the Birds” and “Fabulous Fishes.” Her books celebrate nature with exuberance and charm and have won awards from the American Library Association, Parents’ Choice, and the National Science Teachers Association.  Susan’s engaging rhymes and bright, bold illustrations have elicited praise from the likes of The Washington Post – “If the paintings are the feast, Stockdale’s words are the dessert.” Her animal imagery is now featured on puzzles, notecards and other products sold worldwide.  She is currently working on a picture book about spotted animals.