Peter RoopPeter Roop is an award-winning author and educator who has written over one hundred children's books including biographies, novels, humor, picture books, and science books. Seven of his books are Reading Rainbow books, including the eep the Lights Burning, Abbie. In 2013, the Wisconsin Library Association recognized Peter and his wife, Connie, as Notable Wisconsin Authors for their body of work, and Peter has been named a Wisconsin State Teacher of the Year. The Roops live in Appleton, Wisconsin. Read More Read Less