Robert Ingpen was born in 1936 in Geelong, Australia. Since 1970, he has written and illustrated over 100 books of fantasy for children and adults alike. In 1986, Mr. Ingpen was awarded the highest honor in the children’s book world, the Hans Christian Andersen Medal, for his lasting contributions to international children’s literature. Mr. Ingpen lives in with his wife, Angela, in Angelsea, Australia.