Julie Pryke is a mum of three, and grandmother of three + ‘Bump’, who is due shortly (at time of writing). She has been a play group and play scheme leader, worked with youth and community groups; she was also a college lecturer. She is a ‘born storyteller’ and a member of Bradford Writers Circle. Close friend, Joanne Ellis Tordoff is also a mum of three, a youth worker, primary school teacher and artist. They both love reading and encouraging young readers to ‘get started’ and hope this new venture will inspire their adults to do the same!