Mike and Linda have both been successful literacy consultants in Australia and New York. Having previously coauthored literacy materials, they've now combined to write several wonderful picture books that will delight young readers and parents alike. Mandy is an award-winning, best-selling children's book author and illustrator, based in the Adelaide Hills, South Australia. Shehas worked on over 27 picture books, such as Hush Say the Stars, Joey and Riley and Warna Muanda Baby. Mandy has been the recipient of many accolades, including being shortlisted for the Speech Pathology Award, the Wilderness Society Karaji Award and winning the ACT Notable Book Award. Bev and Kev was Highly Commended for the 2023 Children's Book Council of Australia Award.