Kirsty Topley is an author/illustrator from Derbyshire. She studied Graphic Design and Illustration at De Montfort University, and did a Master of Arts degree in illustration at Nottingham Trent University, where the first draft of her first published book, ‘Ernie’s Mindful Journey’ was born.

She now works as a book designer for Sweet Cherry. In her free time, Kirsty loves to read fantasy books, and play computer games cuddled up with her cat, Bonnie.