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Catherine Coe is the author of over 30 books for children, including the chapter book series The Owls of Blossom Wood and its companion series, The Unicorns of Blossom Wood. Originally from England, she now resides with her husband in Leuven, Belgium.

Elaine Claxton is a familiar face from TV, well-known for her roles in Emmerdale, Doc Martin, Wire in the Blood, The Mrs Bradley Mysteries and she played Mrs Pickles in Andy’s Prehistoric Adventures (CBBC). In addition to her TV work, she has worked extensively in both theatre and radio drama. Elaine has been a member of the National Theatre for several seasons and has been a member of the BBC Radio Drama Company four times.