Susan Hayes writes and publishes many different kinds of books for children. She has numerous best sellers in every corner of the globe. Susan is in awe of children's limitless imagination and thirst for knowledge. She strives to learn from the children she knows and meets, and to enjoy the world through their fresh, curious eyes. Susan lives in the East Sussex countryside with her own children - Sylvie, Finley, and Sam; her partner Neil; and two gorgeous but slightly silly ducks, Dolly and Izzy.

Sam Rennocks is a British illustrator born and raised in Leicester. He studied illustration at Plymouth University and now lives in Loughborough, close to where he grew up.

Sam has worked with clients from across the globe, creating work for magazines, book publishing and games. His passion for art is inspired by ancient history and the natural world.