Rachel Lawston Illustrator & Author

Rachel Lawston is author of the much praised FINN'S GARDEN FRIENDS. She is also a keen amateur orchid hunter, bird watcher and bat detector! Growing up in the countryside, she now lives in London: whether in town or city, she knows there is a world of nature waiting for children. She loves volunteering at WWT London Wetland Centre, where husband Paul is the Learning Manager, Paul is also an Environmental Education Consultant to publishers. He brings his expert knowledge to Mia Makes a Meadow. Beatriz Castro is a professional illustrator. Growing up in Logroño, La Rioja, Spain, she was inspired by the natural world around her to draw and write fantastic stories. She is passionate about animals and books, including classic stories and fairy tales, and enjoys listening to rock and punk music. Her beautiful artwork has been published by numerous international publishing houses.