Matthew Holm is the co-author and illustrator of the Babymouse series of graphic novels from Random House. He is also a professional graphic designer and the Consulting Creative Director for Hot Knife Design, Inc., of Boston, Mass. Prior to working on Babymouse, Matt spent eight years writing about kitchens (among other topics) for Country Living magazine. He recently moved cross-country from New York to Portland, Ore., where he lives with his wife, dog, and ferret.