Cherith Baldry (born on January 21, 1947, in Lancaster, England) is an author. She grew up on a farm, and first worked as a teacher, but became a full-time writer. In addition to books that she wrote, such as the "Eaglesmount" series, she works with Kate Cary, Tui Sutherland, and Victoria Holmes under the pen name of Erin Hunter, writing the "Warriors" and "Seekers" series.