Eloise Williams is an award-winning Welsh children's writer. Having trained in theatre, she worked as an actress for a decade before completing a degree in Creative and Media Writing at Swansea University. She has since published several books for young people, including Gaslight and Seaglass. She is the inaugural Children's Laureate Wales 2019-2021.
"""The Curio Collectors brings the thrill of discovery to life on the page with a historical mystery that will engage readers right from the start ... Eloise Williams is a gifted storyteller, creating characters who quickly become like friends. In this action-packed tale, Tom and Lil model courage, determination and kindness."" -- Scope for Imagination, Blog ""Such a sweet and satisfying historical adventure, with gorgeous writing (particularly about nature) and GLORIOUS illustrations"" -- Karen McCombie ""You should all read this marvellous book by Eloise Williams. No other author’s words transport me like hers do, and I loved my adventure with Lily and Tom. Beautiful illustrations by Anna Shepeta."" -- Jennifer Killick ""Eloise Williams sets hearts pounding with a gripping historical adventure starring a cast of intriguing characters and a plotline brimming with twists and turns"" -- Lancashire Post"