James lives in the Essex countryside with his wife and two young children, who are his greatest inspiration (and his most enthusiastic test audience). Bedtime at the Dowsett house is never complete without a brand-new character, a funny voice, or a rhyme that gets everyone giggling.

With a professional background in marketing and a lifelong love of writing, James has been crafting rhymes and stories for years. He brings the same energy and determination he shows in sport — from obstacle racing to Ironman triathlons — into his storytelling, creating tales that are lively, adventurous, and full of heart.

James creates books that are fun to read aloud, rich with rhythm, and sprinkled with gentle lessons that last long after the final page.

Anna is a freelance illustrator and concept artist with a passion for bringing fantasy, folklore, and fairytales to life. With a background in graphic design and experience across both print and digital media, she has a sharp eye for detail and a love of storytelling through art.

Whether sketching a single magical object or painting a sweeping action scene, Anna is always exploring the power of visual narration.

Her inspiration comes from many places: travels through her beloved Scandinavia, her interest in British landscapes, and the fantasy worlds she enjoys exploring through books, films, video games, and even Dungeons & Dragons adventures with friends.

Anna’s playful imagination and love of fantasy worlds shine through every page she illustrates, making stories not just read, but truly lived.