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Meet Emily Mizen, local Illustrator and Author of The Pumpkin Squid.
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Emily Mizen Emily grew up with a family of artists, from her Grandmother’s art studio in the Caribbean to her Dad’s design desk in Chicago. She studied Art at the University of Florida, and from there she traveled and adventured from the mountains of Alaska to the shores of Maine. Emily lives with her beautiful family in Central Oregon, working with kids, gardens, and hunting for mushrooms as much as possible.
The Pumpkin Squid A curious squid ventures beyond familiar waters, and an unexpected adventure unfolds. A charming story of courage, friendship, and discovering the world around you while learning that growth often begins in unfamiliar places.