Jane Porter is an author and illustrator specializing in work both for and with children. Her work ranges from picture and novelty books to children’s maps, murals and hand-made books suitable for outreach work. She has worked for a number of organizations, including the National Trust, English Heritage, London Zoo, the Corporation of London, Historic Royal Palaces and the National Health Service. When she's not working, Jane is often to be found on the River Thames in a coracle or skiff, looking out for passing bats, cormorants and wagtails. Neil Clark grew up in the picturesque Yorkshire Wolds. Despite dreams of being a rock and roll star, his love for illustration and storytelling has lead to a happy and successful career in design. He has designed in-house for Hallmark Cards and Marks and Spencer and has illustrated a number of children's books. This is his first book for Walker.

Jane Porter’s love of nature shines through in her writing, which is highly engaging and fun for young readers. Cleverly integrated with the text are Neil Clark’s amusing, detailed illustrations.