Chris Ruz, Author: Christopher Ruz is an Australian author of fantasy, science fiction and adventure stories. He’s a world traveller who loves a good pop song, and currently lives in Melbourne with his partner and two cats, Muffin and Beans.

Paula Hanback, Illustrator: Paula Rozelle Hanback is an artist and illustrator whose work spans the genres of fantasy, historical, and horror. She has created work for storied franchises such as Harry Potter and Dirty Dancing. Known online as Ellezor, she is the creator of an independent tarot deck as well as several adult coloring books. Based in Nashville, Tennessee, she exhibits her work at fantasy and horror conventions throughout the Southeast.