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The author Guy Hardy Scholefield, 1877-1963, is listed in the Te Ara Dictionary of New Zealand Biography the successor to his pioneering publication as journalist, historian, archivist, librarian and editor. Scholefield's distinguished career included periods on the literary staffs of leading newspapers, war correspondent duties during World War One, and two decades as Parliamentary Librarian at the General Assembly Library and Dominion Archivist. He was the author of a number of books including the first Dictionary of New Zealand Biography, Notable New Zealand Statesmen and Newspapers in New Zealand.

Julie Schooler is an author of self-help and parenting books and mama of two beautiful tiny humans. Her 'Easy Peasy' books provide simple and straightforward information on parenting topics. The 'Nourish Your Soul' book series shares delicious wisdom to feel calmer, happier and more fulfilled. She wants you to rediscover YOUR sparkle so is on a mission to help busy people have all the love, energy and fun they deserve without the guilt or overwhelm. Julie lives with her family in New Zealand, a small, magnificent country at the bottom of the world, where you may find her trying to bake the world's best chocolate brownie. Connect with her - search for 'Julie Schooler' on the socials and say hi or visit her at her home on the Internet at JulieSchooler.com.

Philipp Schorch is a professor of museum anthropology at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universitat in Munich, Germany, and honorary fellow at the Alfred Deakin Institute for Citizenship and Globalisation, Deakin University, Australia.

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Kristen Schroeder writes for children from her home in Minnesota, where she lives with her family. Freddy the Not-Teddy was inspired by her son’s favourite stuffed toy, Freddy. Hilary Jean Tapper is a picture book illustrator, perpetually enchanted by the magic of watercolour and small folk. She has drawn small persons since she herself was a small person – and you’ll find such naughty wee characters on everything she touches! 

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Moemoana Safa'ato'a Schwenke is a proud daughter and custodian of Samoa and the Pacific Islands. An artist, dancer, environmental advocate, writer, director, and tutor at Matavai Pacific Cultural Arts Centre, Moemoana is deeply committed to preserving and promoting Samoan and Pacific culture. As Miss Samoa

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Tom Scott is widely regarded as one of the finest writers New Zealand has ever produced. He has authored best-selling books and been on the frontline on New Zealand journalism for decades. He has won numerous awards, including the Qantas Award for New Zealand Cartoonist of the Year (seven times), Columnist of the Year, and Political Columnist of the Year (three times). He also won scriptwriting awards for Fallout and for View from the Top. He co-wrote the screenplay for the animated feature Footrot Flats: The Dog’s Tale with the late Murray Ball. In 2001 he wrote the semi-autobiographical stage play, about his father, The Daylight Atheist which has since been performed by numerous theatres in New Zealand and Australia. In the 2006 New Year Honours, Scott was appointed an Officer of the New Zealand for services as a writer, journalist and illustrator. His television drama series and documentary on Ed Hillary have sold to a number of countries.