Zanni Louise grew up in country NSW, and now lives outside Byron Bay. She's written over twenty books for kids, including picture books and junior fiction. Zanni is also passionate about teaching kids and adults how to write their stories. Titles include Errol!, Tiggy and the Magic Paintbrush, and her sparkling new fiction series, Stardust School of Dance. Her books are sold internationally, and have been long-listed in the CBCA Awards. Zanni tours Australia, visiting schools, festivals, and running workshops for adults. Zanni lives in Northern NSW.

Persistence helps us try new things, get better at hard things, and cope when things get difficult. Persistence helps us see things through to the end. There are many ways to be persistent...An inspiring tale that encourages children to keep trying even when things get tough. Key Learning: The importance of persistence and resilience.