Corey was born and raised in western Pennsylvania, where he found a love of the outdoors. Corey now resides in Bristol, Connecticut with his wife and daughter. He teachers science and pursues art as a hobby. Reading many children's books to his daughter, Ella, and his work with the Environmental Learning Centers of Connecticut inspired the creation of this book. To see more of Corey's artwork or his other children's books, please visit www.naglebooks.com