Emily Smith is a journalist and mother of three children. Her very first children's book, ASTRID THE AU PAIR FROM OUTER SPACE, won the silver medal in the 6-8 age group, at the Smarties Prize 1999. Her next title for Young Corgi, THE SHRIMP, won the 6-8 age group Smarties gold medal in 2000.

"Clever and wryly observant" -- Michael Thorn TES "Well-paced with a dramatic crescendo and appealing, amusing illustrations" Junior "This is a superb book which is a joy to read" Write Away! "This is an engaging and sensitive story ... Jam-packed with fun and a wonderful read" Carlisle News & Star "Another excellent offering from this award-winning author" Teaching and Learning