I was born in Manchester, England, and came to Australia in 1971. I studied well at school and always enjoyed writing stories and poems. I wanted to be a teacher so I could enlighten young minds an...view moreI was born in Manchester, England, and came to Australia in 1971. I studied well at school and always enjoyed writing stories and poems. I wanted to be a teacher so I could enlighten young minds and develop their creativity in writing. I have taught for thirty-three years and then decided to write a book when I became injured and was unable to teach. Writing is a great passion of mine.view less