Paul Cooley is a retired probation officer who lives in California with his daughter Jan and two dogs, Buster and Pepper. He is a former United States Air Force officer and graduate of the University of Arizona. Paul enjoys writing short stories in a style reminiscent of simpler times and places.
Dianna Putnam is an educator and children's advocate who lives in California with her husband David and several lively pets. Her daily interactions with elementary school children give her a depth of understanding about how kids think and feel. Dianna's illustrations in the folk-art genre are simple, direct and compelling.
Matt Cooley is a business executive and podcast host who lives in New Jersey with his wife Nancy, son Liam, and pets Bunny and Duke. He rallied his father Paul and sister Dianna to create stories that celebrate simple values cherished by Americans, and people everywhere.