H. A. Rey (born Hans Augustus Reyersbach, Hamburg, Germany, 1898; died Cambridge, Massachusetts, August 26, 1977) was a children’s author and illustrator. He and his wife Margaret Rey are best known for their books featuring Curious George. Children can learn more about his amazing life by reading The Journey That Saved Curious George: The True Wartime Escape of Margret and H. A. Rey by Louise Borden. Children can learn more at: H. A. Rey.
Joanne Ryder (born Lake Hiawatha, New Jersey, 1946) has written at least 25 books for children. Her works, incorporating poetry and science, include My Father’s Hands and Wild Birds. She is married to Laurence Yep. Children can view a list of her books and read reviews of those books at: Joanne Ryder.