Jane Eastoe has been a journalist and author for over 35 years. She loves dogs of all shapes and sizes, but particularly her pet whippets. She is the author of several books, including A Cottage in the Country, Ruins, Vintage Roses, Peonies, and Tulips. Meredith Jensen is an illustrator and surface designer. She studied at Haverford College and the University of the Arts and now lives in Philadelphia with her husband, kids, and cat.