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Melanie von Bismarck Author

Melanie von Bismarck studied Art History and Archaeology before working as a journalist for many years. She lives in Hamburg.

Axel Scheffler
is a star illustrator whose instantly recognizable, warm and witty illustrations have achieved worldwide acclaim and numerous awards. In addition to his picture books, Axel is the illustrator of wonderful novelty and gift books for Macmillan, such as The Tickle Book and Mother Goose's Nursery Rhymes. He also illustrates the popular Pip and Posy series. Born in Hamburg, Axel now lives with his family in London.

David Henry Wilson was born in London in 1937, and educated at Dulwich College and Pembroke College, Cambridge. His children's books – especially the Jeremy James series – have been translated into several languages. As well as a celebrated author, David is an experienced translator of children's books. He lives in Somerset.