Don't Worry Felix

Yohann Devezy is an author who seeks to create beautiful books with messages of hope, strength and acceptance. He is driven by a desire to write stories that can be shared across generations, underpinned by the embracing of inclusivity and diversity. He is passionate about mental health, LGBTIQA+ inclusion and broader social justice issues. Hugo, the Boy with the Curious Mark was his first published children’s book. Born in France, Yohann now lives in Perth, Australia, where he works as a counsellor and writes stories that can ‘make a difference,’ he says.

Zoe Bennett is a children’s illustrator from Sydney, New South Wales. She creates digital illustrations which aim to capture the playful candidness of childhood and human-animal companionship. Designing unique characters and worlds with tailored colour palettes and style is her favourite thing to do. Zoe has illustrated several published and soon-to-be published picture books for clients both in Australia and internationally. Outside illustration, Zoe is passionate about animal welfare, conservation, reading, music and travel. Zoe’s first book with New Frontier Publishing, Ruby’s Repair Cafe, was selected as a Notable by the CBCA in 2024.