Elizabeth O. Dulemba was beamed to this planet with a pencil in her hand. Once she stopped chewing on it she began to draw and write stories for children. She is an award-winning illustrator for Highlights and of several picture books: Paco and the Giant Chile Plant (bilingual); ParentSmart KidHappy™ series; Glitter Girl and the Crazy Cheese; The Prince's Diary; and The 12 Days of Christmas in Georgia (2010). She also wrote her forthcoming picture book: Soap, soap, soap! (bilingual, Fall 2009). “e” enjoys speaking to kids and adults about creating picture books and offers free coloring pages at www.dulemba.com.