Mem Fox is an Australian author and educator best known for picture books that have become enduring favourites with young children and families. Born in Melbourne, she grew up in Zimbabwe, studied drama in England and returned to Australia in 1970. She later taught teachers for 24 years as an Associate Professor of Literacy Studies at Flinders University in South Australia, and is now retired.

Fox has written more than 45 books for children, including Possum Magic, Ten Little Fingers and Ten Little Toes, and Where Is the Green Sheep? Her stories have been translated into 23 languages, and several are regarded as international classics. She has also written five nonfiction books for adults. Her latest picture book, Meerkat Mayhem, illustrated by Judy Horacek, was published in November 2024.

The website introduces Fox and her work, with information about her books and life story. It also offers advice and resources for writers, parents, children and teachers, alongside blog posts and videos.