Mikey Please is a British animator, director, and author known for his innovative stop-motion work and imaginative storytelling. He gained international recognition for his award-winning animated short films, including "The Eagleman Stag," which won the BAFTA for Best Short Animation. His distinctive visual style combines intricate handcrafted sets with surreal narratives. "The Expanded Earth" marks his debut as an author, bringing his unique creative vision to the page. Please's work explores themes of memory, time, and human experience through fantastical worlds and whimsical characters. He continues to push boundaries in both animation and literature.