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About

I’ve always had a passion for writing and loved making up stories to tell my three children when they were young. Unfortunately, a busy lifestyle working in education curtailed my ambitions.

After retirement, the next generation of children appeared and reignited my love for writing. I started inventing stories for my grandchildren, making up funny adventures to make them laugh, and their enthusiastic response encouraged me to continue.

The result was the publication of my first book, a children’s fantasy adventure, which won anaward. After this success, I produced my first adult book, a political thriller set in the 1980s in London.

My recent addition is the first book in a trilogy. It’s a thriller/saga following the fortunes of two families, set in the Scottish Highlands, starting in the mid 19C.

Please check out the story details of all my books in the links below.

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Somewhere In Yorkshire

Three children travel on an unexpected holiday to visit their family at Somewhere, a village in Yorkshire. When they arrive, life there is not what it seems!

They are fascinated by the locals, who seem to live in the past and keep strange rules and customs. In this wonderful fantasy world, where folk own exotic pets, our trio find themselves drawn into thrilling adventures, that are beyond their wildest imaginings.

What is it that makes Somewhere such an exciting and enchanting place to live? Immerse yourself in the hilarious and gripping exploits of our three heroes and feel their sadness and joy when their holiday finally comes to an end.

Listen below to an interview broadcast by “The Author’s Show” which gives an insight into how the book was developed.

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Children’s artwork inspired by the characters from the book.

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   Percy21 
 11/12/2021
 
 
  Somewhere In Yorkshire: An enjoyable easy read.
This book is well written and brings back many memories. It's like Disney World, "not just for children".
  
 
       
   Sally S. 
 05/12/2021
 
 
  Somewhere In Yorkshire: Spend a little time in this fantasy world.  I loved it!
  
 
       
   christine jones 
 04/12/2021
 
 
  Somewhere In Yorkshire: A feel good story
Brought back many memories for a 71 year old. Makes you smile .
  
 
       
   Bromsgrove 
 03/12/2021
 
 
  Somewhere In Yorkshire: My kids loved it
Both my girls really enjoyed the book, and fought over who had it first, it will definitely be read again and again
  
 
       
   CT 
 23/10/2021
 
 
  Somewhere In Yorkshire: An Excellent Read
This is a children's book ..... for children of all ages! ... I thoroughly enjoyed the book (and I'm 71 next).  Perhaps one of the reasons I enjoyed it was because I think I've been to this village;  at least I've definitely sat in that classroom - where I had the greatest honour of my life, when they made me ink monitor.  The book will suit all ages; it's full of warmth, humour and .. yes .. nostalgia.  I have to admit, I don't remember any prancing pachyderms ... however, the memory isn't quite what it was .... then again ... maybe ... just maybe ....!!  A good read, I would thoroughly recommend this book.
  
 
       
   CT 
 10/09/2021
 
 
  Somewhere In Yorkshire: This book is a brilliant read, fun and exciting and definitely not to be missed.
I bought this new book for my grandchildren, aged 10. I started to skim through a few pages to preview my gift and was drawn into a unique story I could not put down! The wrapping and ribbon were abandoned as I delighted in the read. I felt nostalgia and warmth and, excitement and amusement as I followed the cousins from their meeting, through to their goodbyes, totally absorbing.  A fantastic book for all of us.
  
 
       
   MARY 
 09/09/2021
 
 
  Somewhere In Yorkshire: Brilliant Read
I bought this book for my grandchildren age 7 9 & 12. They all loved the story. It has everything in it that appeals to those age groups. It really appeals to their imagination! Excellent story!
  
 
       
   Amazon Customer 
 10/08/2021
 
 
  Somewhere In Yorkshire: Wonderful, different and very funny
This book is fantastic. I bought it for my 7 and 9 year old recently and it’s already a favourite. They are totally absorbed my it’s humour. As parents it’s a great story as we have also enjoy reading it to/with the kids again and again. Highly recommend
  
 
       
   LittleMiss93 
 05/08/2021
 
 
  Somewhere In Yorkshire: Fun Read - niece loved it!
As a proud yorkshire lass this book was recommended to me during yorkshire week as a fun, imaginative read.Bought a copy for my niece who is an avid reader. She absolutely loved it and has already read it through a 2nd time!
  
 
       
   Tom Palmer 
 04/08/2021
 
 
  Somewhere In Yorkshire: Superb read - me and my son loved it!
Fantastic book! Thoroughly enjoyed reading this with my son (age 9), very funny and such a great storyline.Highly recommend, well worth the price

adult-books

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The Laird’s Wife

Sophia’s beauty is a façade for a turbulent past of childhood abuse. She is driven by an insatiable hunger for power and uses her marriage to Hugo, the heir of a Scottish laird, to overcome the social barriers of Victorian Britain. A clever narcissist in a man’s world, she stops at nothing to manipulate those around her to gain control.

Meanwhile, Willie, a young crofter on the estate, dreams of escaping poverty. But fate has other plans, as tragedy strikes, shattering his hopes for a better life. Caught in Sophia’s web of deceit, he becomes an unwitting pawn in her deadly game.

As tensions rise and secrets unravel, Hugo faces the daunting task of protecting his legacy from the woman he once loved. With Sophia’s cunning schemes threatening to destroy everything he holds dear, how can he resist her?

In this gripping saga of betrayal, ambition, and revenge, can Hugo and Willie defy Sophia’s ruthless ploys? At what cost will there emerge a victor and who will suffer the ultimate consequences?

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The Dark Side of Innocence

A devastating incident turns Matthew Morgan, a caring and innocent schoolteacher, into a would-be vigilante. What makes him want to tackle Lawrence Tyburn and his merciless underworld criminal gang?

What does Melissa Reagan do when she falls in love with Matthew and sees him bent on self destruction? She feels his pain and anguish and comes to a terrible realisation. His obsession has no boundaries, as a need for retribution drives him to desperate measures. Charles Rydell is a minister at the home office. Why does he make an agreement to move selected inmates to an old Victorian prison? The action is fast and furious with MI6 chasing shadows as they try to unravel an outrageous crime in the highest echelons of government. In the background is a Prime Minister trying to keep the lid on a scandal that would ruin her career. Two very different worlds collide with spectacular effect!

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