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Steve Barlow

Steve Barlow, as one half of the 2Steves, has co-authored over 250 books with Steve Skidmore since their collaboration began in 1988. Born in Crewe, he received his education at Crewe Grammar School, Warwick University, and Nottingham University. His diverse career includes experiences in teaching, acting, stage management, and puppetry. He spent four years teaching at a village school in Botswana before returning to the UK. The Two Steves have undertaken extensive tours across the UK and internationally, participating in book festivals such as Edinburgh and Hay.

Steve Skidmore

Steve Skidmore partners with Steve Barlow as Britain’s prominent comedy writing and performing duo for young people, known as The 2 Steves. Born in Birstall, near Leicester, he pursued his English degree at Nottingham University, where he dedicated significant time to sports and various jobs, including counting pastry pie lids. He trained as a teacher of Drama, English, and Film before embarking on a full-time career as an author with Steve Barlow. He resides in Leicester and is an ardent rugby enthusiast.

Pipi Sposito

Pipi Sposito, born in Buenos Aires in the 1960s, has been drawing since childhood. In his youth, he also created plasticine figures, which he brought to school as a pastime. At 19, he discovered his ability to earn a living through his artwork. Pipi began by designing for humor magazines, where he was exposed to the original works of many experienced artists, and simultaneously received encouragement to publish his own creations. His curiosity has driven his artistic journey ever since. Pipi’s drawings are typically humorous and expressive. He develops cartoons and children’s illustrations in various artistic styles, as well as 3D figures and puppets. He also engages in caricature and has contributed to character design for animation, key animation, and layouts. Pipi finds inspiration in listening to music while he works, with a particular fondness for artists like Zappa, Bowie, Queen, and progressive rock.

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