Jim Eldridge is an English author and playwright. He has written over 100 books for children and young adults, including the popular "My Story" series. He has also written plays for the stage, radio, and television. His work has been translated into over 20 languages and has been performed in countries around the world. He is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature and a former Writer in Residence at the University of East Anglia. He is passionate about inspiring young people to read and write, and has been a mentor to many aspiring authors.