Kat Patrick (Author) Kat Patrick recently realised she never actually grew up, and so has been trying to make a living as a writer ever since. Hailing from Blighty, she has written her way around the world, making New Zealand her semi-permanent home after stints in Paris, Patagonia and London. This is Kat's first children's book after finding a kindred spirit in Lauren, having dedicated most of her time to editing, copywriting and interviewing for various publications at home and abroad. Lauren Marriott (Illustrator) Lauren Marriott is, above all other things, a doodler. There was never any questioning her career path. Since graduating with a Bachelor of Design, Majoring in Illustration, she has made a successful living of doodling. Endlessly.