Author:
Leanne Bennett was born and raised in the Mallee in Victoria. She grew up on a farm and she enjoyed growing up with farm animals. She now lives at Dixie in southwest Victoria. She lives and works on the dairy farm with her family and lovable dog Tameeka(nicknamed Mutley). Follow Mutley having lots of exciting adventures on her farm. Leanne is currently working on book 2 and book 3 of Mutley’s Dairy Farming Adventures. This will complete a year of Mutley living on the farm. Mutley is a 4 year old German Wirehaired pointer dog and is Leanne’s inspiration for writing. Leanne told her family she could write a book about Mutley having adventures on her farm. They encouraged her to do it as she is a very special dog to Leanne and helps to reduce her anxiety. Mutley’s Dairy Farming Adventure is Leanne’s first publication.
Illustrator:
Aaron Pocock was born in England in 1970 and has lived in Brisbane since 2000. A lifelong passion, art became his day job in 2007. Aaron has illustrated books, packaging, murals, tattoo designs and (almost) anything else required! A versatile artist, Aaron is comfortable using multiple mediums, working in different sizes and rendering varied subject matter. In 2011, Aaron was chosen to illustrate the Australia Post commemorative stamp set ‘Mythical Creatures’ for Australia’s ‘Children’s Book Week’ which was produced in a 3D capacity (a first for Australia), and coins were minted and spin off items made. Aaron is available for teaching, visits and events.
