Shirley LeithamShirley Leitham first fell in love with Scotland's iconic, shaggy Highland cattle (or Coo) on a visit to extended family in Perth, when a chance meeting with a young calf became the inspiration for MacCoo's Adventures, The Get-A-Way.

Chilren, story-telling and creative art have always been a big part of Shirley's life, in her roles as mother and grandmother. Through volunteering at local elementary schools and the Montreal Children's Hospital, Shirley also works to help children who are going through difficult experiences. A first-time author, Shirley lives with her husband on ten acres of wooded land in the mountains of Sutton, Quebec. Like MacCoo, she loves to travel. Read More Read Less