Dana Van Genechten is from Olen, Belgium. She graduated from the Catholic University of Leuven as a clinical psychologist for children and adolescents. She also obtained a degree in early childhood education. Based on her professional experiences, she wrote the book The Magic Tree, in which she focuses primarily on the use of positive thinking.

Aiko Graven is a Dutch freelance illustrator. She graduated as a 2D animator and graphic designer. Children’s books have brought her to where she is today. Thanks to many pictures and stories, Aiko became inspired to find her own path in the creative world. It’s a dream come true for her to be able to illustrate children’s books herself and pass the magic on to children through her illustrations.