Bill Slavin
Bill Slavin was born in Ontario and began illustrating at the age of nine when he produced a prize–winning poster. He studied graphic arts at Sheridan College in Oakville, Ontario, and then worked for a number of years as an art director for book publishers. Since 1990 he has illustrated more than twenty children's books, including The Stone Lion; Hockey for Kids: Heroes, Tips and Facts; Rosie Backstage; Too Many Chickens; The Cat Came Back; and The Kids Guide to the Millenium. He has also adapted many books to the computer. Bill Slavin presently lives in Millbrook, Ontario.