Peter Bently was born in Hampshire. The son of an army bandmaster, he grew up in Germany, Singapore and Hong Kong, as well as the UK, going on to study languages at Oxford University. He lives in Devon with his wife, son and daughter.

Praise for Dogs in Disguise:‘A rambunctious rhyming picture-book romp ideal for fans of the “Oi!” books, full of ingenious pooches and some truly outrageous rhymes (think schnauzers in trousers and shih-tzus doing ju-jitsu). Bond’s trademark wide, staring eyes and bright block colours perfectly complement Bently’s bouncing text.’ Guardian‘This gleeful, absurd and beautifully drawn book should be on every Christmas list’ The Big Issue'Laugh-out-loud funny!' The Independent‘An extremely well-crafted and fun story time book that will have children asking for repeat reads again and again.’ BookTrustPraise for Mini Rabbit Not Lost by John Bond:“Mixes silliness with a Jon Klassen-like note of piquant peril . . . and an unexpected final twist make(s) for great appeal.” The Guardian‘John Bond brilliantly captures the single-mindedness of small children…little readers will certainly want seconds.’The Observer“Adorable . . . a really sweet story with absolutely stunning illustrations” BookTrustPraise for Mini Rabbit Must Help by John Bond:“Lively colourful illustrations . . . A Charming and witty book” BookTrust

Peter Bently was born in Hampshire. The son of an army bandmaster, he grew up in Germany, Singapore and Hong Kong, as well as the UK, going on to study languages at Oxford University. He lives in Devon with his wife, son and daughter.

Praise for Dogs in Disguise:‘A rambunctious rhyming picture-book romp ideal for fans of the “Oi!” books, full of ingenious pooches and some truly outrageous rhymes (think schnauzers in trousers and shih-tzus doing ju-jitsu). Bond’s trademark wide, staring eyes and bright block colours perfectly complement Bently’s bouncing text.’ Guardian‘This gleeful, absurd and beautifully drawn book should be on every Christmas list’ The Big Issue'Laugh-out-loud funny!' The Independent‘An extremely well-crafted and fun story time book that will have children asking for repeat reads again and again.’ BookTrustPraise for Mini Rabbit Not Lost by John Bond:“Mixes silliness with a Jon Klassen-like note of piquant peril . . . and an unexpected final twist make(s) for great appeal.” The Guardian‘John Bond brilliantly captures the single-mindedness of small children…little readers will certainly want seconds.’The Observer“Adorable . . . a really sweet story with absolutely stunning illustrations” BookTrustPraise for Mini Rabbit Must Help by John Bond:“Lively colourful illustrations . . . A Charming and witty book” BookTrust