Todd Reese is a passionate storyteller and illustrator whose children's books celebrate kindness, courage, and the quiet power of caring. Raised in Iron City, Georgia and now living in Jacksonville, Florida, Todd draws inspiration from his career as a social worker and his journey of adapting to partial vision loss-experiences that deepen the empathy and resilience in his stories. His beloved character, Mistymoto the Caring Cocker Spaniel, leads heartwarming adventures grounded in real-life scenes from Jacksonville's historic neighborhoods. Todd's illustrations invite readers into a world that's both imaginative and familiar, where community and compassion shine. When he's not writing, Todd fosters senior cocker spaniels-many of whom find their way into his books-and curates vintage antiques and dishes that reflect his love of storytelling through tactile beauty. He hopes his work inspires children to see the world with curiosity, courage, and kindness.