I live in Gloucestershire, in the beautiful south west of England, with my partner Chris. In my free time I love walking in the countryside and exploring in our campervan. As well as writing for children, and bird-making, I also enjoy teaching jazz and blues piano. In my twenties (a long time ago!), I lived and taught in Japan and Spain, and a few times a year, I still teach English to young students from Japan. Variety and adventure are the spice of life! I hope you enjoy these photos . . .
I love this Japanese garden I saw on my travels. Not very 'Zen' is it?! (They're painted lifebuoys, in case you were wondering . . . )
Green Bear (centre) with friends, Monkey and Blue Bear. Childhood toy to both me and my mum. He's the first thing I'd rescue from a fire!
A few years ago, my partner Chris and I drove our ancient campervan all the way to the south of Spain and back. A proper adventure!
Donkeys are my favourite animal on the planet. I can't explain why. Maybe it's their ears!
My old friend, Arthuritis, inspires my music-making. He practises so hard, he's worked himself to the bone.
I'm a big nature fan, and 10% of profits from Where's My New Thing? will go to charities helping wildlife. I'm sure this May bug would approve!