Padraig Kenny is an Irish writer from County Kildare, now living in Limerick. Previously an arts journalist, a teacher and a librarian's assistant, he now writes full-time. His first novel Tin was a Waterstones Book of the Month and was nominated for the Carnegie, as well as being shortlisted for the Irish Book Award and several regional awards. He is married with four children. The Shadows of Rookhaven is the sequel to The Monsters of Rookhaven, and is Padraig's second book for Macmillan.

Edward Bettison is a graphic designer and illustrator, born in Hull. He is known for the intricate detail in his original works, authenticity of vision and bold imagery. He lives in Brighton with his partner and teenage son.