Michael H. Lester is a CPA and attorney. His work has been widely published in prestigious poetry journals, translated into several languages, winning numerous awards worldwide. Michael’s recent publications include three illustrated children's books, The Squeeping Catterwhip, Cassandra and the Strange Tale of the Blue-Footed Boobies, Johnny and Frankie’s Summer Sleepover, plus a book of poetry, Notes from a Commode: Volume I. A partial list of Michael’s credits is included in The Haiku Registry - Poet Profile - The Haiku Foundation. Michael resides in Los Angeles, California, with his wife and puppy. When not working, you can find him tending to his herb garden, birdwatching, walking the pup, cooking, baking, reading, and writing.