Ilima LoomisIlima Loomis is an award-winning freelance writer and journalist specializing in reporting on scientific research, especially in the areas of Earth and planetary science, oceans, astronomy, and space. She has contributed to publicatins including Science, Science News for Students, National Geographic Traveler, and Spirituality & Health. She is based on Maui, Hawai'i. This is her first book for Houghton Mifflin Books for Young Readers Read More Read Less