L. M. Elliott is an award-winning author of historical fiction and nonfiction for young readers. She has written over twenty books, including the critically acclaimed Under a War-Torn Sky, which won the Golden Kite Award for Fiction and was named a Notable Book by the American Library Association. Elliott has also written several nonfiction books, including the award-winning Give Me Liberty: The Story of the Declaration of Independence. Her books have been praised for their vivid storytelling and meticulous research. Elliott is passionate about bringing history to life for young readers and inspiring them to explore the past.