Cori Doerrfeld is the author-illustrator of several books for children, including Good Dog, The Rabbit Listened, and Little Bunny Foo Foo: The Real Story. She wrote this story as an homage to her daughter, Charli, who was a fearless, impulsive, wild baby who always kept Cori on her toes. Cori and Charli live in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with the rest of their family.

Cori Doerrfeld grew up with dogs, cats, gerbils, hamsters, fish, and a rabbit, but has yet to own a pig. She has illustrated many children's books including a board book series with Elise Broach.

Cori is also the author and illustrator Matilda in the Middle, Penny Loves Pink and the upcoming The Rabbit Listened, and Good Dog. She lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with her family and rescue dog, Rufus.