A.H. Benjamin is the author of more than 20 books for children. He started writing in the mid-1980s and had several stories published in storybooks, magazines and annuals.

His work has been translated into over 20 languages including Greek, Arabic, Turkish and Korean and has also been adapted for radio, television and theatre. He is married with four grown-up children, who have been his inspiration, his audience and also his best friends.

Renowned illustrator Jonny Lambert has more than 30 years' experience in publishing and has more than 300 books to his name. His colourful illustrations are distinctive in their style and their quirky nature, making them perfect for children's books. He has worked with DK on a number of titles, including Animal 123, Animal ABC, and Diggers.

Jane Chapman has been illustrating for Little Tiger Press for almost 25 years and has produced many bestselling and award-winning titles. She and illustrator Tim Warnes have two sons. Jane lives in Dorset, England.

Tracey Corderoy lives near Gloucester in the Cotswolds with her family and a host of lively, lovely pets. Once a trained primary school teacher, Tracey is now an award-winning children’s writer and has published over 45 books since 2010, including the Shifty McGifty and Hubble Bubble series (Nosy Crow).

She loves visiting schools, libraries and bookshops, bringing her stories to life with bright, engaging events, and inspiring children to want to be writers too!

Caroline Crowe spent ten years as a national newspaper journalist and section editor before taking time out to look after her three young sons.

She lives in Hampshire with them and her husband, surrounded by chaos and their ever-growing collection of children's books.

Caroline is the author of several picture books, including Tiny Tantrum, Pirates in Pyjamas, Is That an Elephant in My Fridge? and Santa's New Beard.

When not immersed in children's books, Suzanne Chiew loves painting, playing the piano and long walks on the beach. Rosie was born in the North of England where she grew up dreaming of illustrating children's books.

She completed a BA Hons in illustration in 2011 and now spends happy days covered in watercolours and pastels. She lives with her husband and young daughter in East Yorkshire.