David Henry Wilson was born in London in 1937, and educated at Dulwich College and Pembroke College, Cambridge. His children's books - especially the Jeremy James series - have been translated into several languages. He lives in Somerset.
Axel Scheffler is a star illustrator whose instantly recognisable, warm and witty illustrations have achieved worldwide acclaim and numerous awards. In addition to his picture books, Axel is the illustrator of wonderful novelty and gift books for Macmillan, such as the bestselling The Bedtime Bear, The Tickle Book and Mother Goose's Nursery Rhymes. He also illustrates the popular Pip and Posy series. Born in Hamburg, Axel now lives with his family in London.