Ruth Doyle gently delivers powerful messages promoting love, empathy, and understanding, while celebrating the beauty of the world we live in. Many of her stories feature animals, an obsession that started early. With her daughter, she runs Mini Motley Sanctuary, home to a flock of sheep, eight chickens, three dogs, two rescued miniature horses, six guinea pigs, and two rabbits. The animals inspire and invade Ruth's stories, as well as make regular appearances at schools for animal-writing workshops. Ruth lives in Suffffolk, England. Britta Teckentrup is an award-winning illustrator, author, and fine artist. Since 1993 Britta has written and illustrated over 120 picture books which have been translated into over 30 different languages. After 17 years in the UK, Britta now lives and works in Berlin with her Scottish husband and their son, Vincent.