All the Ways Mum Will Be There for You

Sarah Ayoub is a freelance journalist, bestselling author and academic based in Sydney, Australia. Her bylines have appeared in The Guardian, The Sydney Morning Herald, The Australian, Marie-Claire, ELLE, Sydney Review of Books, Meanjin and more, and she regularly appears at many of Australia’s major literary festivals. She is the author of three teen novels, including the Inky-longlisted The Yearbook Committee, and four children’s picture books, including The Love That Grew and How to Be a Friend. She holds a PhD in ethnic teen literature, is a sessional academic at the University of Sydney and sits on the board of the Australian Society of Authors.

Kate Moon is an award-winning children’s book illustrator known for her vibrant artwork that sparks joy and imagination. Growing up surrounded by crayons, she now brings stories to life with bold colours and playful characters. When she’s not illustrating, Kate enjoys hiking and cuddling with her playful cat. She believes every picture tells a story and is passionate about sharing her love of storytelling with children everywhere!