Brian Yanish is an author, illustrator and maker. His books include Sweet and Sour, Pirate Chicken, Junk Re-Thunk and the Shark and Bot young graphic novel series. He has worked for Jim Henson Productions, trained as a special effects moldmaker, and designed home furnishings and apparel for kids. He is the creator of ScrapKins®, a Recycled Arts STEAM program that inspires kids to create toys and inventions out of everyday junk. Brian has presented workshops at schools and institutions across the country and even appeared on Sesame Street. He lives in Rochester, NY and enjoys sharks, robots, pickles and gummy things.