Nick Ward lives in a small rural village with his wife Amanda, their two children Jimmy and Mala, and two mad cats Fred and Wilma. Nick works from a studio in an old Victorian school, loves reading and spends many hours amongst dusty documents researching his family history.
Authors and illustrators
Nicky Benson
Nicky Benson was born and raised in Chicago. She studied Communication at Northern Illinois University where she met her husband, Brad. Nothing makes Nicky happier than spending time with family and friends, rummaging through a flea market, and cuddling in a book nook with her son, Drew. She now lives in St Charles, not far from her hometown of Chicago.
Michael Terry
Michael Terry was born in Folkestone and studied Graphic Design and Illustration at Folkestone Art School. He has since worked as a designer/typographer and has been a successful illustrator for over thirty years, recently illustrating many books for children. Michael lives and works by the coast in England with his partner Lindsey and three children. He also has three grown-up sons.
Mirelle Ortega
Mirelle is a Mexican illustrator, storyteller and concept artist. She often draws inspiration from Latin American cultures, constantly mixing the whimsical and the ordinary in colourful compositions that are both bold and vibrant. www.mirelleortega.com.
Nabila Adani
Miriam Latimer
Monique Dong
Morgan Huff
Morgan has been creating art ever since she could hold a pencil and received a Bachelors of Fine Arts with a focus in illustration. She finds inspiration in nature, animals, and the joy of simple yet beautiful moments