Carol Ruzicka is a seasoned artist and storyteller who has delighted both children and adults for many years through her whimsical, vibrant and expressive style. Her illustrations have been recognized and celebrated for their unique cinematic approach, in that she uses various perspectives that lend and extra dimension of expression and storytelling as if the reader is watching an engaging movie. Ironically, she was bullied as a child for the very same qualities that she is acclaimed for today—her imagination, creativity and artistry. Her illustrations encourage literacy by supporting the text in any story, as well as stand alone for nonreaders to enjoy.