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Lori-Ann Preston lives in East-London with her husband and child. She’s been writing since she was eight years old and says that she gets her inspiration from other books, TV and movies but also from listening to, talking to and watching other people. She has won a Golden Boabab for Early Chapter Prize for her book The Ama-zings!, as well as the South African Writer’s Circle award for New Writer of the Year.

Thabiso Gcwensa is a children's book illustrator from Durban, South Africa, whose Afrocentric and family oriented style brings African stories to life for young readers around the world. With a background in graphic design and a lifelong passion for storytelling through art, Thabiso creates warm, vibrant illustrations that celebrate culture, identity, and the power of imagination. His work is deeply inspired by the spirit and traditions of South Africa, blending bold lines and colour with a heartfelt visual narrative that resonates universally. Dedicated to promoting literacyand creativity among children, Thabiso's mission is to inspire the next generation to see themselves in the stories they read.