E Marie ChadwickE. Marie Chadwick, the chief explorer and storyteller here at Ally the Gator Adventures. Living near the magic of the Florida wetlands, I've always believed that the best adventures happen just past the lily pads.I created Ally-a beanie-wearing, space-dreaming alligator-to inspire kids to look at the world (and the stars!) with curiosity. When I'm not sketching Ally's next mission or dreaming up new friends like Iggy the Iguana, you can find me running, working out, riding roller coasters, going to church or spending time with my loving family. Read More Read Less