The Mosaic

About Deborah Kelly

Deborah Kelly grew up in New Zealand but has also lived in Japan and Scotland. She is the author of numerous childrens picture books short stories educational readers and chapter books. These include The Chalk Rainbow and The Doll Box both with EK Books. Deborah has presented her picture books to young readers in schools libraries and also as part of literary festivals. Deborahs work with books extends to having worked in a bookstore voluntary work for Books in Homes Australia and reviewing books for Reading Time Magazine. She is currently studying a Bachelor of Speech Pathology with a special interest in literacy. Nicky Johnston has published several bestselling and award-winning titles including At the End of Holyrood Lane The Fix-It Man Grandma Forgets The Incredibly Busy Mind of Bowen Bartholomew Crisp Saying Goodbye to Barkley This is My Dad Upside-Down Friday and Jørns Magnificent Imagination all with EK Books.Nickys illustration style is often described as whimsical playful narrative emotive and colourful. She loves to work in watercolour ink pencils and pastel. As a primary teacher and acclaimed presenter Nicky thoroughly enjoys leading illustrator workshops and visiting schools. She is passionate about inspiring a love for reading in young children and encouraging them to use their imagination and develop their own ideas.