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Hannah Chung is an author-illustrator who loves creating stories with a sense of wonder and warmth. She has published two picture books, THE MOST PERFECT PERSIMMON (2024) and BREAD DAYS (2025). She draws inspiration from playful conversations with children, the many hometowns she grew up in, and all the life lessons from being an older sister.

In addition to children’s books, Hannah is an award-winning design leader, entrepreneur, and adjunct professor at the Rhode Island School of Design. She co-founded two organizations focused on improving children’s lives and empowering student innovators. Her work has received honors, including the National Design Award, Cannes Silver Lion, CES Best of Innovation, Time’s Best Inventions, and the SXSW Interactive Innovation Award. Hannah spends her time in Providence, Rhode Island, and Seoul, South Korea.