Justine Larbalestier is an award-winning author of several novels for young adults, including My Sister Rosa, How to Ditch Your Fairy, Liar, Razorhurst, and Zombies v Unicorns (with Holly Black), as well as the Magic or Madness trilogy. Magic or Madness won the 2007 Andre Norton Award and was shortlisted for the 2006 Ethel Turner Award. Larbalestier is married to YA author Scott Westerfeld and they split their time between Sydney and NYC. Together they are the authors of The Mortons, their joint adult debut, slated for publication in 2026.
Channie Waites is a graduate of Pennsylvania State University. One of her many joys is working as an actor for the not-for-profit organisation Only Make Believe. She has several New York based and regional acting credits. Channie also performs and teaches with the Phyllis Rose Dance Company and is a member of The Essence of Joy Alumni Singers.