Rose Impey was born in Northwich, Cheshire. When she first left school she worked in a bank, but soon realised this was not for her, and went back to college to train to be a primary school teacher. Rose spends a lot of time visiting schools to read her work. Her books are widely published worldwide, including the United States, Australia, France, Denmark, Germany and Spain. Rose enjoys eating, talking, swimming and reading, although not necessarily in that order!
Ali Pye has illustrated more than 30 books, including several picture books and the Harry Stevenson young fiction series.
Ali studied fashion at Central St Martin's before taking an MA illustration at Kingston University. She lives in London with her family, two guinea pigs and the world's greediest spaniel.