Liz van Santen grew up in Oxford and enjoyed a successful career in education. Passionate about the magical power of creativity, she is also a keen acrobatic dancer and musician. Since retiring, Liz has embraced writing, travelling, sailing, skiing, and spending time with her family. The first book in her series, The Humble Pawn, will be published in January 2025, followed by the sequel, Queen in the Shadows, in May 2025. Both books are published by The Book Guild.