Meet the Authors: Charlie May & Andrew Baker

Two storytellers, one shared mission: creating books that make kids smile, laugh, and believe in the power of family and faith

Charlie May and Andrew Baker are the creative minds behind Tucker, Hannah & the Dream Team, a children’s book series filled with music, mischief, and heart. Together, they blend real-life inspiration, family memories, and a whole lot of imagination to bring the Harper kids—and their lovable dog Tucker—to life.

Charlie May

Charlie May Charlie is a six-time award-winning CGMA singer, songwriter. He is an Ordained Minister, and author from Georgia and brings warmth, wisdom, and a deep love for storytelling to the series. With a natural gift for capturing the humor and heart of everyday family life, Charlie helps shape the emotional core of each book. His voice adds the steady, heartfelt foundation that makes the Dream Team’s adventures feel real, relatable, and full of purpose.

Andrew Baker

Andrew is an award‑winning wildlife and landscape photographer, singer/songwriter, author, and creative consultant from Hancock, NY. His passion for creativity shines through every page—whether he’s crafting a scene, shaping a character’s voice, or weaving music into the story. Andrew’s playful imagination and eye for detail help give the series its energy, humor, and unforgettable moments.

Hannah May Harper

The heart behind the stories — and the girl who inspired Tucker, Hannah & the Dream Team Every great children’s series begins with a spark of inspiration, and for Tucker, Hannah & the Dream Team, that spark is Hannah May Harper. With her bright imagination, big heart, and unshakable love for her dog Tucker, Hannah is more than a character on the page — she’s the real‑life inspiration behind the magic. Hannah’s adventures with Tucker, her creativity, her kindness, and her joyful spirit helped shape the world of the Harper House. Her natural ability to see wonder in everyday moments is woven into every chapter, giving the series its warmth, humor, and sense of adventure. She is also the beloved granddaughter of Charlie May, one of the co‑authors of the series. Their bond — full of laughter, storytelling, and shared imagination — plays a special role in bringing these books to life. Through Hannah’s eyes, Charlie found the heart of the Dream Team, and through Tucker’s antics, he found the humor.

A Creative Partnership with Heart

Together, Charlie and Andrew share a simple goal: to create stories that families can enjoy together—stories that celebrate kindness, courage, community, and the joy of using your gifts to make a difference. Their collaboration blends heart, humor, and hope into every chapter, making Tucker, Hannah & the Dream Team a series kids will want to read again and again.