Antonie Schneider Antonie Schneider was born in Mindelheim, in southern Germany, where she still lives. A former elementary school teacher, she has written numerous other books for NorthSouth Books Inc., including The Dearest Little Mouse in the World; The Birthday Ber; Luke the Lion-hearted; Come Back, Pigeon!; and Good-Bye, Vivi!, Advent Storybook 24 Stories to Share Before Christmas. Read More Read Less