"In a fresh perspective on events that changed the universe, Bonnie's Rocket reveals to readers that STEM is at its most powerful when it is personal." --Andrea Beaty, New York Times bestselling author of Rosie Revere, Engineer
Emeline Lee is an author of children's literature. Her debut picture book, Bonnie's Rocket, illustrated by Alina Chau and published by Lee & Low Books, is a STEM-friendly story set during Apollo 11. Her next book, Gwei, the Hungry Ghost, will be illustrated by Basia Tran and published by Kokila, an imprint of Penguin Young Readers (releasing spring 2026). She studied English literature and environmental sustainability at Columbia University. Find her on the web at emelinelee.com and follow her on social media at @EmelineLeeBooks.
Alina Chau dreamed of being an astronaut when she grew up, but instead went on to a career as an award-winning artist and filmmaker. She illustrated The Nian Monster, which received the 2018 APALA Picture Book Honor, alongside many other beautiful picture books. Her animation credits include Star Wars: The Clone Wars; and numerous best-selling games. She lives in southern California. Visit her website at alinachau.com and find her on Instagram at @alinachau.
