Shane Hegarty has been writing stories for children since 2015, when his middle-grade fantasy book Darkmouth was published. Shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize, this series has been sold into 20 territories worldwide. Shane is also the author of bestselling series Boot, which was nominated for the Sainsbury's Children's Book Prize, and The Shop of Impossible Ice Creams: Big Berry Robbery, which was shortlisted in the Laugh Out Loud Book Awards 2025.Ruby Fresson creates timeless, bright, and humorous illustrations inspired by early 20th century comics and Japanese art. Her bold artwork has gained international acclaim, appearing in major publications like the New Yorker, the New York Times, and the Guardian.

A rollercoaster adventure with legendary characters that are also very human. At the core of Shane’s books there is always great story telling, humour and heart.

Shane Hegarty has been writing stories for children since 2015, when his middle-grade fantasy book Darkmouth was published. Shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize, this series has been sold into 20 territories worldwide. Shane is also the author of bestselling series Boot, which was nominated for the Sainsbury's Children's Book Prize, and The Shop of Impossible Ice Creams: Big Berry Robbery, which was shortlisted in the Laugh Out Loud Book Awards 2025.Ruby Fresson creates timeless, bright, and humorous illustrations inspired by early 20th century comics and Japanese art. Her bold artwork has gained international acclaim, appearing in major publications like the New Yorker, the New York Times, and the Guardian.

A rollercoaster adventure with legendary characters that are also very human. At the core of Shane’s books there is always great story telling, humour and heart.