One More Wheel!: A Things-That-Go Counting Book

Über die Autorinnen und Autoren

Colleen AF Venable is an author, designer, and maker. Her books include the YA graphic novel Kiss Number 8 (illustrated by Ellen T. Crenshaw), the quirky counting boardbook One More Wheel (illustrated by Blythe Russo). Her graphic novel series Guinea Pig, Pet Shop Private Eye (illustrated by Stephanie Yue) was nominated for an Eisner for Best Publication for Kids and awarded “Best Book” recognition from Kirkus Reviews, NYPL, Bank Street, and the Junior Library Guild. In 2017 she was named a Publisher's Weekly StarWatch Top 5 Finalist.

Odd Dot is a boutique imprint that publishes author-driven brands, select licensing partnerships, fiction, nonfiction, and innovative formats for ages 0-12. From toy-like board books and trend-setting sticker collections, to inspirational picture books and more, we are always steered by kids' interests and the transformative power of reading. Odd Dot's core mission is to craft books that inspire joy, foster connections, and ignite curiosity―all the while having a ton of fun together. Harnessing the magic of collaboration, Odd Dot specializes in delivering exceptional originality in whatever form our ideas and partnerships take. Discover more about our imprint on www.odddot.com or by following along on the adventure @odddotbooks.

Blythe Russo is an illustrator, puppet-builder, and avid baker. She holds a masters degree in illustration from the Savannah College of Art and Design. A midwesterner through and through, Blythe currently lives just outside of Cincinnati, Ohio. On Thursdays evenings you can find her on Twitter as one of the moderators of the weekly #kidlitart chat. Blythe is also an active member of SCBWI and a huge supporter of her fellow authors and illustrators. This is her debut as an illustrator.