"Anthony McGowan is the author of many critically acclaimed YA novels including Hellbent, Henry Tumour and The Knife that Killed Me. His Barrington Stoke titles include the Carnegie Medal shortlisted Rook and the 2020 Carnegie Medal winner Lark which the judges described as ""a standalone masterpiece"". Chris Riddell, the 2015-2017 UK Children's Laureate, is an accomplished artist and the political cartoonist for the Observer. He has enjoyed great acclaim for his books for children. His books have won a number of major prizes, including the 2001, 2004 and 2016 CILIP Kate Greenaway Medals. Goth Girl and the Ghost of a Mouse won the Costa Children's Book Award 2013. Chris has been honoured with an OBE in recognition of his illustration and charity work. He lives in Brighton with his family."
A poignant reminder of what Christmas is really about -- BookTrust Beautifully told through the magical combination of Anthony McGowan's words and Chris Riddell's illustrations -- Miss Cleveland is Reading, Blog [A] witty, original story -- LoveReading4Kids An enchanting and delightful story full of kindness and love -- Libraries 4 Schools