Lynn Ward is a children's author, freelance editor and journalist who has a particular interest in picture books, especially those written in rhyme. Her books include: Sally Snickers' Knickers, published by Walker Books Australia; The Big Beet, and No Room for a Wombat, both published by Scholastic Australia through its Omnibus Books imprint; and Grumpy Bear, Grouchy Bear, published by Yellow Brick Books.