Lucy Coats is the author of more than 30 books for readers of all ages, including Atticus the Storyteller's 100 Greek Myths, which was shortlisted for the Blue Peter Book Award.

She began her storytelling career as a bookseller, editor and journalist, and has been fascinated by myths and legends ever since she can remember.

Lucy is a book reviewer and blogger as well as active on social media. She lives in deepest South Northamptonshire with her husband and three unruly dogs. When she is not writing, she cooks, grows vegetables, and sits in her stone circle, looking at the stars.