Abi Ainscough is nine and attends Brighton and Hove High School. She lives with her parents in Shoreham-by-Sea on the south coast of England. Throughout her childhood her imagination has been a prominent feature in her playtime and story telling. Her love of stories started many years ago, long before she could read or write herself. She has been greatly inspired by the author J. K. Rowling and the Harry Potter series of books. She also loves history, particularly the Greek myths and the Elizabethans. Apart from reading and writing stories, her interests include horse riding and playing the piano.