Jack Wong was born in Hong Kong and raised in Vancouver. In 2010, he left behind a life as a bridge engineer to study fine art at NSCAD University in Kjipuktuk / Halifax. Now working as a children’s author/illustrator, Jack seeks to share his winding journey with young readers so that they may embrace the unique amalgams of experiences that make up their own lives. His award-winning books include When You Can Swim (Scholastic) and The Words We Share (Annick Press).