Katie Baron is a Sussex County, NJ author whose writing is deeply inspired by Archer, her real-life therapy dog partner. Through their visits to schools, libraries, hospitals, and nursing homes, Katie has seen firsthand the comfort, connection, and joy a therapy dog can bring. She is the author of The Crayon Caper and Archer the Therapy Dog, a unique read-together book that helps children and adults explore the world of therapy dogs together. Through her books, readings, school visits, and educational programs, she helps children learn about kindness, dog communication, dog safety, and the meaningful role therapy dogs can play in our lives.