TRISTAN BANCKS is a writer and filmmaker. He has a background as an actor and television presenter in Australia and the UK. His short films have won a number of awards and have screened widely in festivals and on TV. Tristan has written a number of books for kids and teens, including the MAC SLATER, COOLHUNTER series. Tristan's drive is to tell inspiring, fast-moving stories for young people. Find out more at www.tristanbancks.com or www.macslater.com.au Actress and author TEMPANY DECKERT divides her time between the United States and Australia. She has appeared in HOME AND AWAY, THE SECRET LIFE OF US and performances of the classic Australian play AWAY. She can currently be seen on Australian televisions in the Commonwealth Bank advertisements. Tempany is the author of 17 books for children, and she continues to create exciting and zany stories for teens and young people. She also writes for the stage and screen. Find out more at www.tempanydeckert.com