Let’s get it out there!

I write for the sheer joy of it—not for fame or fortune. That said, few things delight me more than hearing from readers who’ve connected with my stories and eagerly await the next. Your enthusiasm is my greatest reward.

Writing came to me in what I consider the third chapter of my life. After a fulfilling 32-year career in the corporate world, I spent a period caring for loved ones. When that chapter closed, I finally turned the page to something I’d long known I could do—if only I had the time. So I began writing novels, and occasionally, one-act plays and even short stories.

I’ve always been a people person. I believe wholeheartedly that everyone—regardless of background, ethnicity, or gender—deserves to be heard and to contribute their unique voice to society. That belief naturally shapes my writing. My novels are character-driven, each anchored by a plot that tackles pressing social issues—from property scams and gambling addiction to child abuse, human trafficking, and the global drug crisis.

At the heart of my stories are The Silveries, a spirited group of retirees living in Magnolia Court, a retirement complex with more drama than most city blocks. We first met in 2018, when the idea of a band of independently minded seniors solving mysteries and righting wrongs took root. The first book, The Silver Sting, was published in 2019, followed by The Silver Dollar, The Silver Dagger, The Silver Lining, and The Silver Bullet. Book 6 in the Silveries series, The Silver Speck, is available on pre-order and will be released in early November.

PRE-ORDER LINK https://www.amazon.co.uk/Silver-Speck-Silveries-Book-ebook/dp/B0HMJ7PW74

The novella, California Dreaming, is an introduction to the stars of the show.

Occasionally, a completely different story, worlds apart from Magnolia, takes hold and refuses to let go, leading me away from The Silveries for a time. The Gypsy Killer is one such novel—often mentioned by readers and friends, and still very close to my heart.

I unapologetically write stories with happy endings. In a world that can feel heavy, I believe we all need a little light—a reminder of the goodness in people and the power of kindness.

When I’m not writing novels, I turn my hand to writing and directing plays. Last year, my play, “The Hairy Biker”, was performed at the Lighthorne Festival and awarded fourth place out of fifteen entries. Next year I hope to return to the same festival with a new play, “Charity Begins at Home”. 

Writing isn’t my full-time pursuit. I carve out time to travel, exploring the far-flung destinations that have long lived on my bucket list, while making time for family and friends. 

I hope that you will enjoy my novels, and if you do, then take a few minutes to leave a review Amazon. Thank you.