N. M. Bodecker (January 13, 1922 – February 1, 1988)[1] was an author and illustrator of children's books.
He is probably best remembered for illustrating Edward Eager's book series Tales of Magic, but he also illustrated works by Charles Dickens and periodicals including Harper’s Magazine, The Saturday Evening Post, and the New York Times.
[2] His original drawings for children’s book are housed by the Kerlan Collection at the University of Minnesota.
[1] The N. M. stood for Niels Mogens but, when asked, Bodecker would say "Nothing Much" or "Never Mind.
"[2] The N. M. Bodecker Foundation was established 2017 by Bodecker's son Sandy, a vice-president of Nike to "empower creative youth to imagine and achieve their artistic, educational, and professional dreams."