My name is Michael Hertzog. I'm a fifth-grade teacher by day and author by night. This is my 13th year of teaching and I work in an amazing, inclusive school just north of Seattle. Two years ago, my students wanted me to continue a story I wrote as an inspiration for them, so I did! The young characters, with their endearing traits and realistic flaws, resonated with the kids. As the book progressed, they connected with the themes of the book better than I could have imagined.My first book, Yelling at the Stars, has already been a hit, running a hugely successful Kickstarter campaign that raised over 10,000 dollars and pre-sold almost 500 books. My next book will be out in early 2024.