SOPHIE SPILLARD

My writing draws on a range of inspiration, and at the heart of it: my family, four-legged friends, and many of the people I’ve met on my adventures. Their kindness, their warmth, and their approach in moments of adversity inspire me.

I’ve always been captivated by the natural beauty of our planet; it’s this curiosity that led me to study Geophysics. I find joy in seeing the sun rise, the stars glimmer and the changing faces of the moon. I have a star named after me – but it's only visible from the southern hemisphere!

Growing up in London, I was surrounded by different cultures and influences, which drove my curiosity to explore. I was fortunate to study and to work abroad - allowing me to cross paths with so many wonderful people, and see the world from their perspective. There’s such beauty in those moments: they imprint on your heart.

All of these influences are captured in my series of books, with each focusing on a new country - from Brazil to Ecuador, Japan to Morocco, and Spain to the United Arab Emirates. The books weave together stories that celebrate local traditions and explore the natural environment - because I do believe that Geophysics for children is an untapped niche in the publishing market!

I'm excited that each book will share some profits and highlight the work of a charity in the country that inspired its story.