Blake Hoena has written more than 70 books for children-from DC Super Heroes chapter books to ABC picture books, choose-your-path adaptations of historic events, and a series of graphic novels about two space aliens, Eek and Ack, set on conquering our big blue home. His most recent publications include stories licensed through Tony Hawk and several titles in National Geographic's EVERTYHING series. Blake currently lives in St Paul, MN, with his dog, Ty, who's usually curled up at his feet while he writes. He took a special interest in Stubby's story because he often opens up his home to foster stray and abandoned dogs-that's how he met Ty, and he's helped find caring homes for Anna, Midas, Meagan, Diesel, Bernice, and many other loveable pooches.