In just days, Chapter Two of The Great Connecticut Caper will be revealed! What has happened to Gillette Castle? Will it ever be found? Will Thomas and Li-Ming solve the mystery?

We are very pleased to introduce chapter two author Katie L. Carroll and illustrator Paul Meisel

Katie L. Carroll was born and raised in Milford and Katie and her husband are now raising their two boys in the “small city with a big heart.” They love exploring and taking part in Connecticut’s natural beauty. Katie has been writing and editing stories and puzzles for kids for ten years. Her most notable works are a Young Adult fantasy ELIXIR BOUND, published by MuseItUp Publishing, and a picture book app THE BEDTIME KNIGHT, published by MeeGenius. Katie’s website and blog can be found here.

Paul Meisel is a children’s book author and illustrator who lives and works in Newtown, CT. His energetic labradoodle, Coco, keeps him company in his studio and inspired two of his books! Paul received his BA from Wesleyan University and MFA from Yale. He also received his certification as a K-12 art teacher. Paul has illustrated over 70 books and is the author/illustrator of three books. You can visit his website to learn more about this work.