When not writing, Maudie spends far too much of her time in expensive shops gawping at clothes and glittery things she can’t afford, and dreaming about owning a pug called Stanley. She’d love to say that she runs marathons – but that would be a lie.
Marni McGee has treasured books and words ever since childhood. In addition to her award-winning picture books, she has written poetry, easy readers, histories, and historical fiction. Her favourite things include reading, theatre, music, travel, beach walks, and, most of all, her children and grandchildren. She lives in Santa Barbara, California with her husband.
Maxine was born in Liverpool, Merseyside where she still lives with her partner and their two fantastic boys. After gaining an HND in Multimedia Arts and a BA Honours in Digital Arts in 2004, she went on to teach a range of creative subjects before taking a step back to concentrate on her freelance career as an author/illustrator. Unable to let go of college life, she also works part-time as a technician in a brilliant and busy art department in St. Helens. In her spare time, Maxine enjoys doing anything except keeping still.
Lirios Bou didn’t always know she wanted to be an illustrator, actually she wanted to be many things: teacher, journalist, photographer, writer… But finally, drawing was the most fun option! She studied Illustration, Fine Arts and a Master’s degree in Arts Education. She started drawing professionally in 2014 and since then, her drawings have been used in educational books, magazines, and children’s books. She lives in Valencia and shares her studio with Blai, her adorable/crazy dog.
Linda Chapman is the best-selling author of over 200 books for 5–14 year olds. Her series include MY SECRET UNICORN and STAR FRIENDS, among many others. She lives in Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire. Visit lindachapmanauthor.co.uk
Editor and book review blogger at Through the Wardrobe, Libby’s days are filled with writing, reading and dreaming up new books.
