Lucy Doncaster

I’ve been lucky enough to work in book publishing for more than 20 years, having landed my first job soon after graduating with a degree in English Studies. During this time, I’ve written, ghost-written, edited, proofread, designed and project managed hundreds of fiction and non-fiction books for both adults and children.

Writing projects have covered topics ranging from foraging, forensics and mysteries of the unexplained, to cookery, the British royal family, and children’s puzzle books – all for different publishers. I have just finished writing and designing an exciting new four-book series of illustrated children’s puzzle books, for publication in September 2026, as well as writing some children's puzzles for a book by Colour My Streets. I've also just signed on the dotted line to co-write an incredibly exciting new book with a very famous author . . . and a new pop puzzle book! Watch this space.

When I’m not glued to my computer, I’m usually to be found hiking with my husband, daughters and dog; working out; reading novels with the ‘assistance’ of my two cats; listening to music; kitchen-dancing with my friends; and doing cryptic crosswords.