Frank Cottrell-Boyce is an English screenwriter, novelist, and occasional actor. He is best known for his work on the 2012 London Olympics opening ceremony, the 2004 film Millions, and the 2012 film Welcome to the Punch. He has also written several children's books, including Cosmic, Framed, and The Unforgotten Coat. Cottrell-Boyce has won numerous awards, including the Carnegie Medal, the Guardian Children's Fiction Prize, and the Blue Peter Book Award. He is also a Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature. Cottrell-Boyce is a passionate advocate for the arts and has been involved in numerous projects to promote creativity in young people. He is an inspiring figure in the literary world and continues to create stories that captivate and entertain.