L.M. Elliott is a best-selling author of historical and biographical fiction. Her middle grade and YA novels explore a variety of eras, including the American Revolution, Great Depression, WWII, and the Cold War. She has also published a number of picture books for younger readers, featuring a raccoon named Hunter.
Elsa Cárdenas-Hagan, Ed.D., is a bilingual speech and language pathologist and certified dyslexia specialist. Dr. Cárdenas-Hagan’s research interests include the development of language and literacy skills among Spanish-speaking English learners. She has worked with teams of researchers designing assessments and interventions for English learners who struggle with reading.