Born in France, Françoise Lepage arrived in Canada some thirty years ago. She has lived in New-Brunswick, Québec and in Ontario, where she now resides. Her career has always been associated with books and writing. A librarian, a translator and a college professor, she is also the author of important writings about youth literature. The reference to animals in her publications is simply because they inspire her. She also loves visual arts, music, hiking and chocolate.