James Nicol is the author of the critically-acclaimed Apprentice Witch series. As a child he always checked wardrobes for hidden worlds and spent hours absorbed in novels or adventuring in the wood at the bottom of the garden.
Elizabeth Knowelden is a critically acclaimed English actress. Hailing from the theatre, she continues to garner respect in all areas of her career, epitomised by recognition from BAFTA. Elizabeth has worked in London's West End with the Theatre Royal Haymarket, directed by Samuel West in Pinter's Betrayal, as well as many other noted productions. As a voice over actress, she works across the board, while as a singer she has performed at the Royal Albert Hall in London, as well as in various musicals.