Dugald Steer studied English Literature at Bristol University. After spending five years in Spain teaching English, he became a children's book editor. He has written a number of books in Templar's best-selling Ology series, and now writes freelance. Caroline Anstey was born in West Sussex - its countryside has inspired much of her work. She studied graphic design at The Surrey Institute of Art and Design before specialising in illustration. Clients include Walker, Dorling Kindersley and OUP.