​About the Illustrator
Petra is a freelance illustrator specializing in children’s book publishing and editorial work. She brings witty narratives and endearing characters to life through her whimsical drawings, often centered around childhood adventures, adorable animals, and dreamy landscapes.
In addition to her work for children, Petra creates comics that explore more serious themes, including the climate crisis and environmental grief.
About
About the Authors
Natalie (mom) and Vatika (daughter) began creating stories together during their daily school commutes. After a holiday trip to Kaziranga National Park, their imaginations took root in the grasslands—every tale became about the rhinos they had seen there. One in particular captured their hearts, and they named her Penelope.
This book was born from those shared stories and a deep love for wildlife. Proceeds from the book are donated to the World Wildlife Foundation to help protect real rhinos like Penelope.
Natalie, Vatika, and Sandeep (papa) live in the vibrant city of Philadelphia, where storytelling continues to be a family tradition.
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