Timothy Basil Ering may be best known as the illustrator of Kate DiCamillo's book The Tale of Despereaux, but he has also authored several popular children's books including The Story of Frog Belly Rat Bone and Necks Out for Adventure - where he reveals his love of wordplay (hornly scratchers and scrintalberry leaves, anyone?) and his fresh, expressive illustration style. Watch the interview to learn more about him and read a short biography about his life. Includes an interview transcript and a selected list of his books.