About the Author

Alan E. Bessette is a mycologist and professor emeritus of biology at Utica College and has authored numerous scientific papers and more than twenty books, including Milk Mushrooms of North America.

David W. Fischer works at American Mushrooms and does research in mycology. He is also the author of Edible Wild Mushrooms of North America.

Arleen R. Bessette is a mycologist and botanical photographer and is the author of eleven books, including The Rainbow Beneath My Feet.