Eric Carle is an American author and illustrator of children's books. He is best known for his book The Very Hungry Caterpillar, which has been translated into more than 66 languages and sold over 50 million copies. Carle has written and illustrated over 70 books, many of which have won awards and honors. His works include Brown Bear, What Do You See?, The Grouchy Ladybug, and The Very Busy Spider. Carle's books are known for their bright, colorful illustrations and simple stories that appeal to young readers.