Ray Hoese is a marketing director in southern California who has authored everything from network television comedy and drama, to nonfiction. Keeping his two daughters entertained motivated his foray into the world of children's literature. Keeping his body entertained motivated his foray into the world of triathlon. When not on his bike, his other interests include writing music and jumping over things on horseback. Coreen Steinbach is a successful commercial artist, and runs a website for paintings of runners called www.runningart.com. She is also a nationally-ranked masters distance runner, in events from the mile to the marathon.