Casstevens, Allyson L.: - Allyson L. Casstevens is currently a writer and a stay-at-home mom. With over fifteen years of experience working with children (including seven years of work as a early childhood educator), and having written since she was nine, Allyson is passionate about the way books spark creativity in young minds. She holds an associate degree in Early Childhood Education from Woodland Baptist Christian School, an associate degree in Early Childhood Special Needs from Forsyth Technical Community College, as well certificates in Early Literacy, American Sign Language, and more.

Allyson currently lives in Rural Hall, North Carolina, with her husband, three daughters, and dog. "The Monkey Who Ate Meatballs" is her first publication.