PETE JOHNSON began work as a film critic for Radio One, then became a teacher. His experiences in the classroom inspired him to write his first book for children, and he still keeps contact with a panel of young readers to gain their viewpoint as he writes. He is the author of over forty books, including the bestselling How To Train Your Parents. Pete’s books have won various awards, including the Young Telegraph Award and the Brilliant Book Award, and have been translated into twenty-three languages. He lives in St Albans.

"The emotional landscape is immediately familiar, the subject is popular and contemporary, and the writing is energetic, vivid and accessible" -- Jill Murphy The Bookbag "Johnson cleverly exploits contemporary themes of reality TV and "celebrity" obsession, whilst sensitively exposing, en route, the many emotions facing young children today" -- Laura Ciftci The School Librarian "Another great, humorous book from critically acclaimed Pete Johnson ... an exciting story perfect for boys and girls aged eleven and over" Literacy Time "Full of surprises so you don't really know where it is heading, but can't wait to find out" Primary Times "A book written with a pleasing directness and a sureness which carry it along, buoyed up by a strong imagination which persuades and then takes you where you least expect to go. A definite winner" -- Phil Hewitt Chichester Observer