About the Author

John Townsend worked as a secondary school teacher before becoming a full-time writer of children's books. He specializes in fun, exciting information books for reluctant readers, as well as fast-paced fiction and "fiction with facts" books.

David Antram studied at Eastbourne College of Art in the UK and then worked in advertising for 15 years before becoming a full-time illustrator. He has since illustrated well over 100 titles, mainly for children and young adults.