Oran the Curious Otter

Lynne Rickards was born in Canada and has called Scotland home for over twenty years. She grew up reading Dr Seuss books and as a result she enjoys writing in rhyme. Lynne is the author of many much-loved picture books including Lewis Clowns Around, Harris the Hero, Skye the Puffling, Rowan the Red Squirrel and Willow the Wildcat. Lynne lives in Glasgow, Scotland. Abigail Hookham began her artistic career as a game designer before realising that she really wanted to illustrate children's books. She graduated in Children's Literature and Illustration from Goldsmiths, University of London. She is now an illustrator and artist based in Lincolnshire, England. Oran the Curious Otter is her first picture book.