Don't Laugh at Giraffes

About the Author

Dyan Sheldon has written over fifty titles, ranging from picture books and children's fiction to young adult and adult novels. Her work includes the widely translated and internationally bestselling picture book The Whales' Song and the New York Times' bestseller Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen, which became a major Disney film. Her short stories have appeared in magazines and anthologies. Her one foray into non-fiction was a travel book. Dyan was born and raised in the US and moved to London later in life. Among her passions are pumpkins, lizards, chilli peppers, yoga and Volkswagen Beetles.

Alex is an author and best selling children's book illustrator. Since he could first hold a pencil, Alex has been drawing characters, bringing each to life with a sense of mischief and fun. After studying Illustration for Children's Publishing at the North Wales School of Art and Design, he went on to illustrate The Runaway Pea, which won the 2020 Shrewsbury Book Fest award and The FCBG 2020 award. He has also been nominated for the Kate Greenaway Medal and was a finalist in the 2020 Oscar's Book Prize. His books have been translated into multiple languages. A love of fun storytelling and growing up on 80s cartoons led Alex to write his own books, which combine captivating characters and quirky exploits, along with a positive moral message. Alex currently lives in his hometown of Northampton with his wife, two sons and their chihuahua.