About the Author

Philippa Werry is a librarian and children's writer whose non-fiction, poetry, stories and plays have been widely published. Her work has appeared in the School Journal and other educational publications, and some stories have been broadcast on National Radio. Several of her books are listed as Storylines Notable Books and Anzac Day published by New Holland was shortlisted for both the NZ Post Children's Book Awards and LIANZA Children's Book Awards in 2014. She is the author of Best Mates, illustrated by Bob Kerr and also published by New Holland.