Football Forgery: No. 1 Boy Detective

The author, Barbara Mitchelhill, has a rich background in education and children's media, having written for BBC children's TV and educational publishers before transitioning to novels. She actively engages with young audiences through school visits and literary festivals. Tony Ross, the illustrator, boasts over 40 years of experience, renowned for his Little Princess series and collaborations with David Walliams. His work has received multiple award nominations, and he has been recognized as the best-selling illustrator in the UK, reflecting his significant impact on children's literature.