a ‘beautifully illustrated tale’ ― The Independent

Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, born in Barcelona, Spain, is a writer and creative director in constant search of new concepts for children's books and the author of the multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series of picture books that explore the lives of outstanding people. Working for more than fifteen years for clients in top advertising agencies, her books combine creativity with learning, aiming to establish a new and fresh relationship between children and pop culture.

Popy Matigot is an illustrator who has worked on projects for magazines, newspapers, brands and children's literature. The digital and traditional media she is interested in - including painting, watercolour, pencil and embroidery - speak to her colourful and varied imagination, creating artwork that sits somewhere between poetry and fantasy. Her work invites you to explore this joyful universe and give free rein to your own imagination.