A little about me
I was born by the sea in Kent, UK, and now live just outside London. My passion for writing began when I was sixteen and had my first magazine article published, and I’ve been writing ever since. When my career in telecoms ended in redundancy, I began to write full time. In the Blood, my debut novel, was the result.
My favourite things
Music: I like just about everything according to my mood - from Jazz to the Foo Fighters. If I had to pick a special decade musically, it would have to be the 80s. I’m not too big on show tunes, but I know someone who is and they make me listen to one every now and then.
Reading: Because I’m always writing or editing, I listen to audiobooks much of the time to give my eyes a rest. I like a good mystery (of course), and preferably with a pinch of crime. I loved The Book Thief for it’s originality and just about anything well written if the premise draws me in. I grew up on the Chronicles of Narnia and they will always be special to me.
Movies: Where to start? I like just about anything with a good story. My movie tastes are as eclectic as my taste in music. I’ve watched Rebecca and Brigadoon several times so they have to rank quite high, and I can always watch The Wedding Singer for some reason. Must be the 80s thing. I also never tire of watching Saving Private Ryan or Band of Brothers.
Hobbies: Apart from writing, I like to walk (particularly by the sea or beside rivers and lakes) although I don’t carry a pole and compass and I wouldn’t know what to do with an ordnance survey map. I play golf to force myself away from my writing desk and as a means to interact with other members of the human race from time to time. I ski when I can, mostly in the US and Canada, and I started to learn the acoustic guitar. I’ve always loved photography and have just recently (Nov 2012) rekindled my passion with a new full-frame DSLR, which, along with regular and creative photography, I’m also putting to good use taking photos for my blog and my website.