Vikki Conley has worked as a professional writer, with diverse communities in Africa, Asia and Australia, for over 20 years. She is an intrepid traveller, nature lover and creative all-rounder. Vikki writes and shares stories that celebrate the spirit of wonder, freedom and adventure that she wishes every child could enjoy. Her title Amira's Suitcase became a CBCA Shortlisted Book in 2022 and Little Puggle's Song became a CBCA Notable Book in 2020. She can be contacted on Instagram @courageous_pages Website: www.vikkiconley.com Lucia Masciullo is an award-winning illustrator who loves to create whimsical characters and colouring with traditional techniques; mixing watercolour, pencil and collage. Born and bred in Italy, she moved to Australia in 2007 and since then has illustrated more than thirty books. She currently lives on the Gold Coast. She can be contacted on Instagram: @Luciart74 Website: www.LuciaMasciullo.com