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Carl Laferton

Carl Laferton is EVP Publishing/Editorial Director at TGBC. He is the bestselling author of the kids' books The Garden, the Curtain and the Cross and The God Contest, and also serves as series editor of the God's Word For You series. Before joining TGBC, he worked as a journalist, a teacher, and pastored a congregation in Hull. Carl is married to Lizzie and they have two children, Benjamin and Abigail. He studied history at Oxford University.

Jennifer Davison

Jennifer Davison is a passionate and acclaimed illustrator who has illustrated over fifty picture books touching hearts across the globe and being translated into eighteen different languages for publishers worldwide. From her cosy studio in Northern Ireland, she creates her art surrounded by a treasured collection of children’s books and toys that spark fond memories of her own childhood.

After graduating from the Belfast School of Art with a First Class Honours degree, Jennifer embarked on her journey as a digital artist in an animation studio, diving into diverse projects for children’s television. It was her deep-rooted passion for illustration that guided her toward a fulfilling career as a children’s book illustrator. Years ago, she discovered a profound connection between creativity and spirituality, which ignited a desire to convey the richness of heaven’s culture through her art. She strives to create illustrations that are not only visually captivating but also have the potential to transform lives.

Today, she dedicates her time to illustrating inspiring faith-based books and stories from the Bible, including the beloved Very Best Bible Stories series and God’s Big Promises Bible Storybook.