Julie Coen has wanted to write a children’s book for as long as she can remember. As a lifelong animal lover with a career in animal care, she knew her personal and professional experiences would shape her story. During her time as a zookeeper, she cared for a goat named Ferdinand and formed a special bond with him unlike any she had experienced with another animal. The comfort he provided her and the joy he brought to everyone he met helped inspire this book.
Julie lives in Boston, Massachusetts, with her sweet dog, Sugar, who has been by her side through each step of the writing process. In her free time, she enjoys skiing and spending summers on Cape Cod with her friends and family. She also likes finding new ways to express her creativity, such as crafting, drawing, or recreating social media trends with Sugar. She looks forward to group exercise classes each week, including yoga with the occasional goat in attendance!
