Ciro Correia is an author and illustrator. He was born in Angola to Portuguese parents who fled the war of Independence to live in South Africa. He has been a creative person since as far back as he can remember. He has an innate ability to create stories rich in imagery and characters that come to life through his rich tapestry of words and beautiful illustrations. His stories suit those who want to step into new worlds and who enjoy experiencing a book rather than just reading it. He currently resides in Taiwan with his wife. He has four children and a three legged cat.