Niki Daly has won many awards for his work and Not So Fast, Songololo was a groundbreaking picture book, paving the way for post-apartheid South African children’s books. Since then he has written and illustrated many more classic picture books and story books, including Jamela's Dress, which was an ALA Notable Children's Book and won numerous other international awards. Niki lives in Kleinmond, Western Cape Province, South Africa, with his wife, the author and illustrator Jude Daly.

"Relatable and resonant, sowing seeds of compassion and connection between the reader and Lolo. The expressive black-and-white illustrations lovingly depict Lolo and her community. An endearing protagonist and clear thematic messages make this first in a series a winsome pick for early readers."