Nora F. Mercer has been fascinated by the natural world for as long as she can remember. A naturalist and science writer, she spends her days exploring forests, beaches, wetlands, and meadows, always looking for the next remarkable story hidden in plain sight. She has a particular affection for earthworms, native bees, birds, and tide pools, believing that even the smallest creatures have extraordinary stories to tell. Through her books, Nora hopes to inspire readers of every age to step outside, ask questions, and discover that the greatest adventures often begin in their own backyards.