Leo on a Hike

Anna McQuinn has worked in children’s books for more than twenty-five years as an editor, publisher, and writer. She is the author of more than twenty books for children, including Lola at the Library, Lola Loves Stories, Lola Reads to Leo, The Sleep Sheep (Scholastic), and If You’re Happy and You Know It! (Barefoot). Anna leads groups like Leo’s at her local library.

Ruth Hearson has illustrated several children’s books including Leo Can Swim, Leo Loves Baby Time, and Cinnamon’s Fairy Sleepover. She currently resides in York, England. Ruth completed a BA in Illustration at The University of Central England in Birmingham. Following her First Class award, she was funded by the EBF to continue with her studies to complete a Masters degree.