Andrew Beattie is a London-based author, editor and archivist. Whilst The Secret in the Tower marks his debut as a writer of children’s fiction, he has previously written a number of stage plays for children which have been performed by schools and youth theatre groups in England, the United States and Australia. He has also written a number of books on history, travel and the environment.Elena Dall’Aglio works mostly digitally, with a quick sketch and bright colors characterizing her style. She loves illustrating full-page scenes and covers. Elena also loves drawing funny animals in wool sweaters and rain boots. When she is not working, Elena is probably drinking too much tea or walking her dog. She loves taking long walks through nature to clear her thoughts and find new inspiration.