AUTHOR

Mr. Hobbs is the award-winning author of many popular adventure stories for young readers, including *Bearstone* and *Beardance*. His picture book, *Beardream*, illustrated by Jill Kastner, is a companion to these novels. Seven of his novels have been chosen by the American Library Association as Best Books for Young Adults. A graduate of Stanford University and former language arts teacher, he lives in Durango, Colorado, with his wife, Jean. Longtime backpackers and river runners, they have spent many years exploring the mountain and canyon settings of Will's stories. To learn more about the author and his books, visit Will's Web site at [WillHobbsAuthor.com][1]. [1]: http://WillHobbsAuthor.com