Tim Tipene (Ngati Kuri, Ngati Whatua) is the award-winning author of over 12 children's books, and a pioneering youth counsellor. He lives with his children in Ranui, West Auckland, New Zealand.
Zak Waipara is a leading illustrator, animator and art & design lecturer who has illustrated numerous children's books. Zak lives with his family in Auckland, New Zealand.