Neal Layton is an author and illustrator whose images are prized for their spontaneity and inventiveness. His picture books include
The Tree, The Story of Stars, and
Oscar and Arabella. Born in Chichester, he was going to be a scientist but instead studied Graphic Design, gaining a BA at Newcastle and an MA in Illustration at Central St Martins.
James Carter is an award-winning children's poet, nonfiction writer and musician. An ambassador for National Poetry Day, he travels all over the UK and abroad with his melodica to give lively, action-packed poetry/music performances, workshops and INSET days.