Rick Thrun lives and writes along the Lake Michigan shore in Sturgeon Bay, Door County, Wisconsin. After attending art school in Milwaukee, Rick spent ten years as a freelance illustrator, and was partner, chief creative director, and brand storyteller at two Milwaukee creative agencies.Rick has illustrated five children's picture books. His illustrations have appeared in numerous magazines.Much of the support and inspiration for Ollie & the Kid came from his granddaughter, Poppy, who provided many plot ideas and character names. When not writing ways for Ollie and the Kid to get in and out of trouble, you'll find Rick fishing, biking, gardening or grilling. Visit him online at www.rickthrun.com