About Julianna Swaney JULIANNA SWANEY grew up birdwatching with her dad, and birds have always had an important place in her life. She has illustrated numerous books for children and spends her time at her home in Oregon painting, gardening and daydreaming. Books by Julianna Swaney Birds on the Brain by (author) Uma Krishnaswami illustrated by Julianna Swaney Dr. Jo How Sara Josephine Baker Saved the Lives of America's Children by (author) Monica Kulling illustrated by Julianna Swaney Book Uncle and Me by (author) Uma Krishnaswami illustrated by Julianna Swaney