Eliza Jeffery

Eliza Jeffery is a children’s book author based in Falmouth, Cornwall. She graduated from Exeter University, studying English and Creative Writing, and is currently completing a Masters degree at Falmouth University in Professional Writing. Cornwall is a special place for Eliza, and she loves being able to live and write books here! She enjoys creating books that help children learn about the wonderful world around them. In her spare time, Eliza likes to walk the coastal path, search in rock pools for crabs, and play her ukulele by the sea. She can often be found eating seafood and reading a good book! Eliza’s work includes My First Book of Mammals, My First Book of Ocean Life, Cats, among many more.

MORE ABOUT ELIZA

What inspired you to pursue writing?
When I was little, I used to write poems for my family and friends, and my love for writing has grown from there! I studied creative writing at university, which only made me more certain of wanting to pursue a career in writing.

What do you love most about the work you do?

The fact that my writing can help excite children about the world around them and inspire them to be passionate about a particular subject. Whether that’s about nature or mammals or even outer space, it’s nice to know you’re helping children learn new, exciting things.

What was your first job? Was it related to the work that you do now?

My first job was working as a bookseller at Waterstones. I loved keeping up to date with new incoming titles, as well as helping all sorts of customers find their perfect book. It’s so exciting to see my own books on the shelves there now!

What’s your favourite thing to do in your free time, outside of work? Any hobbies or other interests?

I love to go on adventures around the Cornish coast, spending lots of my time eating tasty food and looking out to sea for whales! I also enjoy writing poetry, attending live music events, and spending time with friends.