Dawn Machell has been drawing stuff for lots of different kids products for over 30 years. She branched into children's book illustration in 2014 and it's now the very favourite thing that she does. She lives in West Yorkshire and works from her home studio, whilst snacking on cheese and chocolate and dreaming of sunshine.
Authors and illustrators
Dana Brown
Dana Brown is a Picture Book Designer and Illustrator, currently residing in Sydney Australia. Hand-lettered Typography, Cover Designs and Spine illustration are her particular creative specialities. When she’s not working, Dana loves Vinyasa and Dharma yoga, meeting dogs of any description, and drinking wine in Southern Africa.
Dawn Cooper
Dawn Cooper is an illustrator based in a leafy suburb of Bristol. Dawn graduated from Bath School of Art & Design with a first class degree in Graphic Communication, and has rarely been apart from her pens and paper since. In the rare moments when she’s not drawing, Dawn likes nothing more than a long, rewarding walk with her camera.
Dawn Lo
Born in Hong Kong, Dawn Lo is an illustrator currently based in Vancouver, the unceded land of the Squamish, Musqueam, and Tsleil-Waututh First Nations. Her work has appeared in picture books, stationery, greeting cards, public art installations, murals and more! Most of her work is inspired by little, everyday moments and personal multicultural experiences. When she is not drawing at her home studio, she works at the public library where she can surround herself with more books.
Craig Barr-Green
Craig Barr-Green writes picture books, non-fiction titles and theatre productions for children. He lectures in Children’s Literature at Falmouth University and often performs storytelling shows at festivals. He is a passionate advocate for children’s literacy and neurodivergent representation. He loves music but sadly cannot play a note.
Dr Naira Wilson
Dr Naira Wilson is a clinical psychologist specialising in childhood mental health. Her books are inspired by a desire to help young children manage their emotions and look after their own wellbeing. Naira’s hobbies include sewing and cooking and, more recently, gardening. But her greatest love is her husband and her two children, who keep her inspired every day.
Davina Tijani
Davina Tijani is a speculative fiction writer for adults and children with a passion for world mythology, which she enjoys incorporating into her writing. She grew up an avid lover of films and books – especially Star Wars, which sparked a lifelong love of storytelling in all its forms. Davina was born in London, United Kingdom where she currently lives.
Darren Chetty
Darren Chetty is a Welsh Indian South African Dutch Londoner. He teaches in primary schools and at university and writes for people of all ages. He loves football and music and collects children’s books, snow globes and toy robots.
Donette Williams-Harry
Donette enjoys diving deep into her imagination through reading and writing stories. Born in London, of Caribbean descent, she is passionate about aiding great diversity in children's books, encouraging all children to think outside of the box.
E. Rodriguez
E. Rodriguez lives surrounded by books and guitars in Madrid, where he illustrates children’s books in his studio. His style combines the use of geometry and colour with his main influences: Art Deco, the Victorian era, and the design and illustration of the 50s.