Who are your favourite authors?
For historical fiction I like the works of Bernard Cornwell, Simon Scarrow and a writer from the early 70’s, George Shipway. For modern day adventure and a bit of fun, Clive Cussler and his Dirk Pitt books are a great read. For science fiction, the Polish writer Stanislaw Lem was years ahead of his time.
What are your favourite books?
“The Paladin” by George Shipway, “Solaris” by Stanislaw Lem and “The Last English King” by Julian Rathbone.
What is your favourite genre of writing?
No surprises there, I love reading and writing historical fiction from any period of time.
How old were you when you started reading?
I was a late learner, probably 6.
How old were you when you started writing?
I was in my late forties.
Did someone inspire you to write?
I was self-motivated . having read so many books over the years, I had lots of thoughts about story lines; my logic was that if others could do it, why couldn’t I!!
What part of the country do you live in?
Hastings, East Sussex
What do you do for a living?
I had a long career in the Police and now work as a Security and Risk Management Consultant. I have been fortunate in both jobs to travel all over the UK and overseas, having amazing experiences and meeting many exceptional people.
Are you married, have children.
I am married and have 3 offspring, two of them adults and another at school.
Is it easy for you to find time to write?
Yes, I am self-employed; I can manage my time around my work, family and writing quite well.
Do you have a favourite place (room in the house) to write?
I have my own study in the garden where can I lock myself away and work.
Are there certain times of the day you find most productive for writing?
Anytime during the day.
If you could meet anyone famous, dead or alive, who would that be?
It would have to be someone from history, talking current European or world geopolitics with Napoleon Bonaparte would be an interesting conversation!
What has been your greatest achievement?
Being a good family man and providing for my wife and children.
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