The Author:

Elon Shlosberg

The Illustrator:

Lorraine Bushek

“When I was young, I fell in love with books and the written word. My favorite animal stories were mostly about dogs – books like White Fang, The Call of the Wild, Beautiful Joe, and Old Yeller – and my favorite pets were dogs.

When I got married (much later in life), my wife and muse showed me the pleasures to be found in a household of cats (and bunnies). Our animal companions give us so much joy and ask so little in return. We are grateful for the time we have with them.”

Elon also writes satirical songs, poems, and parodies for adults.

“My love of all animals and art weave together naturally to give me direction and enjoyment in my work.

My fascination with animals, the role they play in the world and their relationship with humans began as a very young child. As a child I had many different pets in my life, not just cats and dogs. I had a rabbit, a rat, mice, a parakeet, a cockatiel, a pheasant, an alligator, frogs, on and on. Yes, I really did have an alligator as a pet growing up in Portland, OR.

Growing up I drew on everything – my books, the walls and doors, the shelf lining paper my mom put in the cupboards and regular old paper.

In college my favorite classes were zoology, art and scientific illustration. These classes fit right in with my love of art and animals.”

Lorraine’s artwork can be seen at www.LorraineBushek.com.