Mermaid Academy #3: Maya and Rainbow

Julie Sykes was always telling tales as a child. She still loves stories and has written many books. Julie lives in England in an old cottage with her family and a white wolf disguised as a dog. When she’s not writing, she likes eating cake, reading, and walking, often at the same time.

Linda Chapman has written over 200 books. She loves to collaborate with other writers, particularly her animal-mad friend, Julie Sykes. Linda lives in a cottage with a tower in Leicestershire with her husband, three children, three dogs and two ponies. When she’s not writing, Linda likes to read, ride and see friends as well as visiting schools to talk to young readers about books and writing.

Lucy Truman has become one of the UK’s leading commercial illustrators since graduating from Loughborough University with a degree in illustration. Her inspiration often comes from the very funny little people in her own life, including family holidays with her nephew as well as her own children.