Wendy Harmer's Pearlie in the Park books - a series for young readers - are bestsellers in Australia and have been published in ten countries around the world. The animated Pearlie is now screening on Australian TV. I Lost My Mobile at the Mall is Wendy's first novel for teens. Mike Zarb has been a storyboard artist and illustrator for over fifteen years, and has worked for various animation studios around the world. His animation design background influenced the creation of his vibrant illustrations of Pearlie and her friends.