Laura Godwin lives and works in New York City but grew up in Alberta, Canada. She has written many well-loved books for children, including Owl Sees Owl, Christmas in the Manger, This Is the Construction Worker, and Oh, Cats!

Brett Helquist's celebrated art has graced books from the charming Bedtime for Bear to the alarming New York Times bestselling A Series of Unfortunate Events by Lemony Snicket, to the glorious picture book adaptation of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol. He lives with his family in Brooklyn, NY.

Praise for The Doll People Set Sail:

"Readers are guaranteed very smooth sailing."
--Kirkus

"A rousing adventure that treats fans to thrilling action...and personable new dolls to discover."--Publishers Weekly, starred review

"Black-and-white pencil drawings illustrate this lively addition to the doll-fantasy genre."
--Horn Book

"'The Doll People' is part of a solid tradition of doll stories. But Ann M. Martin and Laura Godwin have given their amusing novel a decidedly contemporary twist: 19th-century porcelain meets 20th-century plastic."--The New York Times

"Though it's not necessary to have read the first three entries, it's the stalwart fans who will be cheering 'Doll power!' the loudest as these beloved characters prove once again they can all work together."--Horn Book

"The team behind The Doll People serves up a second helping of fanciful fun."--Publishers Weekly, starred review

"A thoroughly charming exploration of the fantasy that dolls are secretly alive. In this action-packed sequel, things heat up even further."

"The book's broad humor and action balance with smaller, more personal dramas...Selznick's illustrations, in their wit and profusion, tie it all together in one appealing package."

"This fantasy is destined to be a favorite for years to come."--School Library Journal

"It's not easy to write a good book about dolls. Martin and Godwin not only set up a realistic doll world but also provide a credible mystery. The story gets a wonderful boost from Brian Selznick's pencil drawings...he catches every bit of humor."
--Booklist

"A lighthearted touch and a dash of drama make this a satisfying read. Selznick's illustrations are perfectly suited to the innocent charm of the dolls and do much to draw readers into their world."
--School and Library Journal

Praise for The Meanest Doll in the World:

"With its indelible mingling of wit, action, characterization, and art, this stands alone, but will especially thrill expectant fans of the original Doll People."--Kirkus, starred review

"Readers...will hope for many more tales in the series for years to come."--Bookpage

Praise for The Runaway Dolls:

"Fans of the first two Doll People stories will be thrilled with number three."

"Fast-paced, satisfyingly developed, the book is doubly enjoyable for its foundation in a solidly imagined doll culture."

"[I]n the pantheon of living toys, the Doll and Funcraft families of Ann M. Martin and Laura Godwin's admired Doll People series reign supreme."

"Gentle humor, believable characters with distinct personalities, and a strong plotline will keep readers coming back for more."

"The fourth installment of 'The Doll People' series is an adventure on the high seas...This is a good choice for independent readers ready to try something longer."
--School Library Journal

Other accolades for the Doll People series:

An ALA Notable Children's BookA Capitol Choices Noteworthy Title for Children and TeensCCIRA Colorado Children's Book Award Runner-UpA Child Magazine Best Book of the YearDorothy Canfield Fisher Children's Book award Masterlist
A Garden State Children's Book Award NomineeAn Indian Paintbrush Book Award Nominee
A Junior Library Guild SelectionKentucky Bluegrass Award Master ListMaryland Children's Book AwardMassachusetts Children's Book award Master ListMaud Hart Lovelace Book AwardA National Parenting Center Seal of ApprovalPennsylvania Young Readers' Choice Award Master ListA Publishers Weekly Best BookA Rhode Island Children's Book Award NomineeA School Library Journal Best BookA Texas Bluebonnet Award NomineeA Volunteer State Book Award Nominee

Praise for The Doll People:

An ALA Notable Children's Book
A Child Magazine Best Book of the Year
A National Parenting Center Seal of Approval
A Publishers Weekly Best Book
A School Library Journal Best Book
A Texas Bluebonnet Award Nominee

"[Readers] are in for a marvelous treat in this delicious fantasy." --Kirkus, starred review