Rock's birthday

Flashback to 2019, when my wife and kids made me a rock cake to celebrate the acquisition of A Rock Is Born.

Today, that book is out in the world. As the subject matter demonstrates, the best things often take some time to come together . . . but oh, are they worth the wait!

I'm so grateful to illustrator Lily Williams for being the perfect creative partner to bring this story to life; to editor Emily Feinberg for entrusting me with her idea; to assistant editor Emilia Sowersby and the rest of the team at Roaring Brook Press/Macmillan for their support; and to my agent Emily Mitchell, as always. Rock stars, all.

​Now go forth, little rock. I can't wait to see where you end up next!