Meet Zoe Mellors

The Creative Heart Behind Esla Travels

Zoe Mellors has always had a love for art, from finger painting as a child to intricate doodles in the margins of her school books. After studying illustration at the University of Lincoln, she turned her passion into a career, bringing the whimsical world of Esla to life.

Her illustrations make each city adventure vibrant, fun, and full of surprises, capturing the magic of travel for young readers.

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Turning Imagination into Adventure

Zoe believes in the magic of storytelling and the power of illustration to transport children to new worlds. Every page in the Esla Travels Collection is designed to spark curiosity, encourage interaction, and make learning about new cultures an unforgettable experience.

Her inspiration comes from a lifetime of reading, doodling, and exploring new places, always with a cup of tea close by.

A Glimpse Into Esla’s World

Each illustration in the series is carefully crafted to engage young readers. From bustling city streets to hidden flaps and fun activity pages, Zoe’s art invites children to explore, play, and create memories.

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Fun Facts

Daily Inspiration

Loves tea and sketching daily

Childhood Creativity

Grew up surrounded by books and doodles

World Explorer

Inspired by travel and world cultures

Home & Life

Lives in the U.K. with her husband and ever-growing librar

A Personal Message

Illustrating Esla’s adventures is like taking a journey myself—each page is full of surprises and joy, just waiting for a young explorer to discover them.

Bring Esla’s Adventures to Life

Explore Zoe’s illustrations in the Esla Travels Collection and join young readers on magical adventures around the globe!
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