Authors and illustrators

Lise Villadsen is a Danish author who began writing at the age of 14. She has published a series of electrifying young adult novels centered around complex family dynamics and youth mental health issues, after making her lauded debut in 2018. Through her highly acclaimed works, Villadsen shrewdly captures the voice of the adolescent generation.

Leo Antolini has been drawing for as long as he can remember and cartoons have been a major influence on his work. A self-described nerd, he is always interested in learning new things. Designing characters is his absolute favourite thing to do, especially animals, which he loves! Leo is from Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Lindsey is a freelance illustrator based in North West London where she works from her home-studio for a broad range of international clients. Her work has appeared in newspapers, magazines, books on packaging and other products.

Lisa studied Graphic Communications at UCA in Farnham. Initially working as a book designer, she has more recently branched out into the world of illustration. Lisa has been creating art for as long as she can remember and her favourite things to draw are animals and buildings. She loves cake, cats and brightly coloured shirts. Lisa lives in North London with her cat Moo Moo.

Liz Pope gained 1st class honours in Surface Pattern Design from Staffordshire University alongside Kate Pope. They have worked together for the past ten years, developing card ranges, stationery, art prints and illustrating children’s books. Liz’s inspirations come from everyday things, like a rickety old sign or a twisted toothpaste tube. She mostly enjoys simply sketching with her pencil!