Liz Kessler is an English writer of children's books, most notably a series about a half-mermaid named Emily Windsnap. She is the author of three novels about Philippa Fisher as well as the New York Times best-selling Emily Windsnap series. She lives in Manchester, England.

I have written over twenty books for children and young adults. Most of these are Middle Grade books featuring mermaids, fairies, time travel, and superpowers. I also write Early Readers about Poppy the Pirate Dog and Jenny the Pony. I have written two Young Adult books about teenagers coming of age, falling in love, and discovering their identity. The Emily Windsnap books are in active development as a movie.

I am inspired to write my books by anything and everything. Although my Emily Windsnap books are mostly inspired by my love of the sea, they are also inspired by the idea that extra-special magical things might be just around the corner. In short, I am inspired by life, people, and the world around me.

My favourite animal has to be dogs, in particular, either cute little puppies or my own Dalmatian, Poppy. Emily Windsnap will always be special because she’s where it all started for me, and I have been on some amazing adventures because of her.

My favourite hobby (after writing, which I still think of sort of as a hobby even though it is also my job) is photography. I also enjoy body boarding and surfing, fishing, kayaking, rowing, and swimming, and pretty much anything that involves playing in or on or near the sea.