Dr. Kari-Lynn Winters, born in St. Thomas, Ontario, is a Canadian author who has gained recognition for her work as a children's book writer, academic scholar, and playwright. She has lived in various locations across North America, St. Catharines, Toronto, Montreal, Ottawa, Grants Pass, Ashland, Chapel Hill, Barrie, Vancouver, and has even spent some time in Grenada. Her urge to travel and explore different cultures has allowed her to gain diverse experiences and perspectives, which she incorporates into her writing.

Winters' first picture book, Jeffrey and Sloth (2007), was published by Orca Book Publishers and has received positive reviews from readers. The story follows a boy who struggles with writer's block and creates an imaginary creature to help him write his story. Since 2007, Kari-Lynn has authored over 33 award-winning books. She won Silver Medals for the 2009, 2010, and 2013 Christie Harris Illustrated Children’s literature Prize, and the 2009 Chocolate Lily Award, which is voted for by school children across British Columbia. Kari-Lynn has also been nominated several times for the Blue Spruce award, which is voted for by school children across Ontario.