Elana Judith Keer: Creating Rosie and Rafi Elana J. Krakow, the author, is not one, but three people. Though each of the three collaborators brings a different skill set to the project, all share a love for well-written children’s literature driven by plot and character. Our different backgrounds and shared commitment enable us to integrate societal context with the lives of individuals, resulting in strong and engaging books.
Trish Munro (Keer) is a sociologist of American Judaism with expertise in San Francisco Bay Area Judaism
Elynn Finston (Elana) is an experienced Jewish and preschool educator.
Miranda Judith Munro (J) is an intermarried Jewish woman with four children, who acts as consultant and reality check.
John Hogan is a designer and illustrator with experience at Disney, Hasbro, and Gameworks. His illustrations capture the essence of the characters and setting.