Tim Kleyn grew up in West Michigan. He earned his BFA in Illustration from Kendall College of Art & Design and soon after graduation married his highschool sweetheart. He now enjoys a charmed life with his wife and their young daughter. Tim works as a graphic designer and in his free time he likes having a good laugh, a good meal, and a good sit.

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Tim's first book, SET SAIL FOR PANCAKES!, was published in 2022. His second book, GRILLED CHEESE? YES, PLEASE!, which was published in 2024, will be a part of Dolly Parton's Imagination Library starting in the fall of 2025!

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Tim is represented by Tracy Marchini of BookEnds Literary Agency.