Sam Gayton lives in South London. In 2009 he completed the Writing for Young People MA at Bath Spa University and not long after published his first book, The Snow Merchant. He loves American novels, Italian food and the English countryside. When he's not writing, he likes playing old board games, strumming his guitar and joining as many rock bands as possible (currently at seven).

"Resonant story about family, friendship and loss, and the power of hope and unity. Light touch and fertile inventiveness. He reminds us that small things are sometimes the most important." Sunday Times, Nicolette Jones "Wonderfully endearing... Gayton is increasingly imaginative with each successive book" Daily Mail "Irresistible. Unbefleavable fun!" Andrea Reece, Lovereading "Exciting, imaginative and interesting." Declan, age 8 for lovereading.co.uk "Wonderfully unusual story. Superbly told. Holds the reader's attention throughout." Parents in Touch