Alexandra Boiger

Alexandra Boiger grew up in Munich, Germany, as the youngest of seven children. Just imagine the many stories which could be told! Reading and drawing were always a big part of her life. After studying graphic design in Augsburg, Germany, she started a career in Feature Animation, which brought her all the way to California. Her biggest passion though, children's books, eventually became her main focus. Since then Alexandra has illustrated many beloved books, including While Mama Had a Quick Little Chat, written by Amy Reichert, the Tallulah books about a ballerina by Marilyn Singer, and When Jackie Saved Grand Central by Natasha Wing. Alexandra is also the illustrator of the New York Times #1 bestselling picture book She Persisted, written by Chelsea Clinton as well as its New York Times bestselling companion She Persisted Around the World. These inspirational non-fiction picture books celebrate winning in the face of immeasurable odds and how one person can make a difference. Boiger's debut as an author and illustrator was Max and Marla, the first in a picture book series. Now these two best friends are back in Max and Marla Are Having a Picnic. You can visit Alexandra Boiger at www.alexandraboiger.com