The Woman Behind the Magic: How Lillian B. Disney Shaped the Disney Legacy -- Br

<br><b>Author:</b> Brittany Richman<br><b>Publisher:</b> Beach Lane Books<br><b>Published:</b> 06/03/2025<br><b>Pages:</b> 40<br><b>Binding Type:</b> Hardcover<br><b>ISBN:</b> 9781665962742<br><b>Audience:</b> Ages 9-12<br><br><b>Review Citation(s): </b><br><i>Kirkus Reviews</i> 04/15/2025<br><p><b>About the Author</b><br>Brittany Richman is an author, mom, and former political staffer who worked for the White House and Congress. She is also the cofounder of <i>The American Moms</i> blog. She grew up in Salt Lake City, Utah, and treasures memories of childhood trips to Disneyland. Brittany now lives in South Dakota with her husband, three adventurous kids, and a mischievous goldendoodle. She has an MFA in writing for children from Vermont College of Fine Arts. <i>The Woman Behind the Magic</i> is her debut picture book. Visit her at TheAmericanMoms.com. <p/>Joanie Stone lives in the quaint countryside of Virginia where she works illustrating books for children including <i>Secrets of the Sea</i> by Evan Griffith, The World of Emily Windsnap series by Liz Kessler, <i>The Wire Zoo</i> by Natasha Wing, and <i>The Woman Behind the Magic</i> by Brittany Richman. You can find more of her art on Instagram @JoanieStoneArt.</p>