Derek Garton started illustrating eBooks when his daughter Anne Garton sought his help. The first eBook Derek illustrated was The Wetlands. Derek was born in England and started his career as a Commercial Artist. He drew 'exploded' views of agricultural machinery for parts-list publication. After service in the Royal Air Force, Derek left the art world to study general business management and eventually, emigrated to Australia with his wife and twin daughters. In Australia he continued his management career until retirement.

Artwork had become a very occasional pastime until daughter Anne asked Derek to illustrate The Wetlands. He was both flattered and honoured to be asked. Derek's hope is that the children and parents who read The Wetlands enjoy the illustrations as much as he enjoyed creating them.

Derek has also illustrated Gypsy and Hotham, My Queensland and The Bicycle. He has written and illustrated A day out at Phillip Island. He hopes to write and illustrate more eBooks in the future.