Julia Donaldson is the author of many of the best-loved picture books ever written and has attracted international acclaim with her original stories and irresistible rhymes. She lives in Glasgow. Check her out at www.juliadonaldson.co.uk Axel Scheffler is one of the most celebrated illustrators in the world. In his many books he has brought to life a huge variety of characters, from dragons and cats to gruffalos. Axel lives in London with his family.