Ralph Carle is relatively new to being an author-illustrator for children's books, but not new to the creative process. His creative journey began at the tender age of four, sparked by a simple lipstick tube used on his parents' bedroom wall to create the perfect picture of a rooster. As a self-taught artist, Ralph spent many years honing his craft. Later, he developed courses to teach adults and children the basics of drawing. Now, he is looking forward to writing and illustrating many more children's books, which he hopes will bring joy to his readers.