Martine Oborne is a former financial director and children's gift shop owner. She has written several books for adults and children, including the much-loved picture book One Gorgeous Baby, illustrated by Ingrid Godon. Martine lives in London with her family. Axel Scheffler is a star illustrator whose instantly recognisable, warm and witty illustrations have achieved worldwide acclaim and numerous awards. Axel is the illustrator of some of the world's best-loved picture books, including modern classics The Gruffalo and The Gruffalo's Child, which together have sold over 17 million copies worldwide.