Kaye has an extensive background in inquiry-based early education ranging from the Chicago Public Schools and Chicago Academy of Sciences to the Cuyahoga County Public Library.

At MaryRuth Books, Kaye was the friendly voice of the office, coordinating all things MRB. Also an author and illustrator, she created many of the supplemental materials for our books and represented MaryRuth Books at national and local literacy conferences. Kaye enjoys her home life with husband Mark, a son and a daughter, and Moose, who, according to Kaye, is the greatest cat on earth. The large, male, black and white cat’s interests include ham, chasing chipmunks, and an evil plan to overthrow Kaye’s daughter in the family pecking order.

Amy comes from a long line of educators. She earned her Master in Education degree from The Ohio State University and worked as a teacher before deciding to stay home to raise her three children. Amy is also a maker. She enjoys all things creative and loves the challenge of mastering new skills and techniques.

At MaryRuth Books, Amy created and designed the print and web graphics, made costumes and backgrounds for the books, took photos of animals, and maintained the website and social media accounts — and represented MaryRuth Books at education and literacy conferences across the country. During her free time, Amy likes to hang out with her family, golf, sit in the sun, go to zoos and aquariums, read, explore, and walk her own Yellow Labrador Retriever, Obie, with her husband, Chris.