Han Parker and Tom Ayling have been named in History Extra’s ’30 under 30′ list. The list, which was launched in collaboration with historian, presenter and author Alice Loxton, celebrates 30 individuals between 18-30 who are making brilliant contributions to history.

In the announcement, which you can read in full here, History Extra writes:

“Han Parker, aka Historical Han, is a public historian and presenter bringing the ancient world to life through engaging storytelling. Creating accessible content on topics like art, archaeological discoveries and women’s history, she aims to make the people of the past relatable to a modern audience through social media.”

Follow Han on TikTok @historical_han_ and on Instagram @hannah_parker_.

“Tom Ayling is an antiquarian bookseller who runs his eponymous business dealing in rare books and manuscripts from the Oxfordshire countryside. He also makes video content across YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram, teaching viewers about book history, sharing the stories of some of the incredible books he handles, and trying to open up the sometimes arcane world of rare books to new audiences.

Follow Tom on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube.

Congratulations, Han and Tom!