Karen McMillan is the author of 20 diverse books, from bestselling novels, The Paris of the East, The Paris of the West and Brushstrokes of Memory, to non-fiction books that inspire and help others: Everyday Strength and Unbreakable Spirit, and now the Elastic Island Adventures series for children. Karen wrote Elastic Island Adventures as a fun family project to enjoy with her husband’s granddaughter, Milla. The books are now optioned for the screen, and Suzy Cato is doing narration for the audiobook versions. More information at: www.karenm.co.nz and www.elasticisland.com