About The Author
Timothy Wilde is an award-winning writer, director, and drama teacher based in Australia. For over twenty-five years, he has helped hundreds of performers of all ages discover their passion for acting on stage and screen. He wrote this book because his nine-year-old niece, Sylvie, wanted to read something that could help her become a great actor. This book is for her - and for every young performer ready to take their first step on stage or in front of a camera.
About The Illustrator
Courtney Cottle is an Australian artist, actor, filmmaker, and illustrator whose work is driven by a deep engagement with storytelling across disciplines. A student of the author, she brings a performer’s sensitivity and a filmmaker’s eye to her visual work, grounding each illustration in character, emotion, and intention. In this book, Courtney’s hand-drawn illustrations reflect the joy, vulnerability, and imagination at the heart of performance, helping young readers connect emotionally with the ideas on the page.
