Mike Downs is an author who loves to write books that help young readers learn! He's the author of more than 35 books for children, writing in both the Trade and Educational market. He's written fiction (fantasy, memoir, and poetry) and nonfiction (geography, aerospace, and other STEM topics). A few recent projects include THE FLYING MAN. OTTO LILIENTHAL, THE WORLD’S FIRST PILOT (SLJ starred review, Bank Street Best Book of the Year, JLG selection), A TREASURE OF MEASURES, BECOME AN AIRCRAFT MECHANIC, and CHASING CURIOUS CREATURES (a series). He's co-author of SELL A CHILDREN'S BOOK NOW - QUICK SUCCESS IN THE EDUCATIONAL MARKET and co-hosts webinars about the Educational Market for the Highlights Foundation. He's also a USAF Academy graduate with a masters in aviation science.