Cathy Ballou Mealey

Biography

Cathy Ballou Mealey is a picture book writer and poet with degrees in psychobiology, classical civilization, and higher education administration. Her favorite job is “Mom,” to her two kids, but she’s also worked as a crossing guard, hash-slinger, gift-wrapper and pet sitter as well as college administrator and teacher. A cup of Earl Grey tea and a fresh scone are the perfect way to start her day, writing funny books about unusual animal friendships.