A Little About
​Myself.

​I hold a joint degree in History and Art & Design and  I concentrated mostly on British History for my postgraduate studies. I have taught both subjects for many years, my students ranging from early teens to undergraduates. Later in my career, I specialised in the application of new technologies in special and alternative education.

​I started writing commercially when I ran my own business, Jester Productions, in which I mostly wrote scripts for plays and musicals that were used eclectically, but most often in colleges, schools, major tour operators and theatre groups internationally. 

I have been a fine artist most of my life and, as well as designing backdrops and costumes for Jester, I have received commissions that have ranged from magazine work and book covers to church interiors.



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The 1541 Paintings

​These four watercolour paintings became an intrinsic part of the 1541 project.
If you would like a full size (approx A3) high quality digital copy of one or more of these paintings please paste proof of book purchase into the contact form and the pictures will be returned by email.

Information about the book

It is  important to reference my passions that are, hopefully, evident in both the story and the characters.

As  a project it was important that,
  • There were characters with genuine integrity and inclusive.
  • The most interesting history was being made by everyday people, including proactive women, and those of low self esteem and disability.
  • There was a quirky element to it, the "outsider" who saw existing attitudes and events in a different way.
  • The story was fun as well as dramatic.
  • The project had room for meaningful illustration.
  • Was set mostly in the stunning City of York.
  • Locations were real ones that people could still access and enjoy.
  • The story referenced the religious conflicts of the common man and woman..
Holy Trinity Church, Goodramgate, York.

Get In Touch.
I am happy to answer any questions about the book, sequel or the paintings.