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Mo Willems

(Photo: Cher Willems)

Mo Willems’ work in children’s books, animation, television, theater, and bubble gum card painting has garnered him three Caldecott Honors, two Geisel Medals, two Carnegie Medals, six Emmys, and multiple bubble gum cards. Upcoming non-bubble gum card projects include "Hooray for Amanda and Her Alligator," a portrait of the relationship between a girl and her stuffed alligator told in 6-1/2 stories. More information about Mo’s past, present, and future can be gleaned at www.mowillems.com