Meg McKinlay is an award-winning author of children’s books and novels. Her books include DUCK!, illustrated by Nathaniel Eckstrom; Duck for a Day and No Bears, both illustrated by Leila Rudge; and How to Make a Bird, illustrated by Matt Ottley. Meg McKinlay lives in Western Australia.

Karen Blair works as a part-time elementary-school art teacher. She loves to illustrate the adventures of childhood and often draws inspiration for her characters from her students and children. Her award-winning books include Something Wonderful and Hello from Nowhere by Raewyn Caisley, With Nan by Tania Cox, Granny Grommet and Me by Dianne Wolfer, Me and You by Deborah Kelly, Baby Beats, and Baby Animal Farm. Karen Blair lives in Western Australia.