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Sally Rippin is Australia’s highest-selling female author and has written over 100 books for children and young adults. Her widely popular Billie B Brown books are beloved across the globe, and have sold more than ten million copies in eighteen countries. She loves to write stories with heart and characters that resonate with children, parents and teachers alike. Sally is a passionate ambassador for the 100 Story Building creative writing centre, was a regular presenter on 3RRR radio and is a popular speaker at schools and festivals. She taught Writing For Children as a part of the Professional Writing and Editing Program at RMIT as well as the Faber Academy and has mentored many emerging writers and illustrators.

Eloise Mignon is a Melbourne born actor of French-American descent. She has worked as an actor across theatre, television and film in both Australia and France. She is best known for her roles in Legacy of the Silver Shadow, Silversun and Neighbours. Eloise has also narrated several audiobooks, including Mary Grant Bruce's A Little Bush Maid, A Moon Girl Stole My Friend by Rebecca Patterson and many titles in Sally Rippin's Billie B Brown series.