Barnes, Lynn: - Lynn Barnes was born and brought up in the UK, where she gained an honours degree and a post-graduate Certificate of Education. She came to publishing later in life, after being a school teacher in both the UK and Africa. She began as an editor and proofreader but has since been involved in all aspects of book production, including writing. With two children of her own and a background in education, Lynn particularly enjoys working on books for younger readers. She currently lives in South Africa.