WRITING
Writing isn’t about putting words on a page. It’s about discovering ideas, exploring history, and shaping stories until they feel inevitable.
Whether historical fiction or fantasy, every book begins with curiosity and is finished through persistence.
MY WRITING
Every story begins with a question. Sometimes it is sparked by a moment in history, sometimes by an unexpected idea, and sometimes by wondering, “What if?” Whatever the source, I enjoy following that question wherever it leads.
I write across historical fiction and fantasy, but my approach remains much the same. Every project begins with research, careful planning, and a willingness to rewrite until the story feels both natural and inevitable. The first draft is only the beginning; the real craft lies in shaping characters, refining dialogue, and finding the rhythm that allows a story to come alive.
Writing is a journey of discovery as much as creation. Each book teaches me something new, and I hope that readers find not only an enjoyable story but also ideas, places, and people that remain with them long after the final page has been turned.
MY CURRENT BOOKS
THE STRENGTH OF THE HOUSE
As Japan stands on the threshold of extraordinary change, one family must navigate the upheaval of a nation transformed by ambition, conflict and tradition.
From the closing years of the Edo period to the aftermath of the Second World War, one family must navigate the upheaval of a nation transformed by ambition, conflict and tradition.
The Strength of the House is an epic historical saga spanning generations, where loyalty, honour and sacrifice shape the lives of those determined to preserve their legacy in a rapidly changing world.
Discover the story and explore the world behind the series.
MY CURRENT WORK
THE STREET HAD NO NAME
Some streets appear on no map, yet leave their mark on history.
Across generations, an ancient mystery weaves its way through war, faith, forgotten knowledge and the lives of those drawn into its orbit. From the final days of medieval Europe to the turmoil of the twentieth century, the search for a long-lost scroll becomes a journey where legend and reality are never far apart.
Rich in historical detail and touched by the extraordinary, The Street Had no Name is a story of courage, sacrifice and discovery—where every answer leads to another question, and the greatest secrets are hidden in the places history chose to forget.
SUMMER DAYS
There are few pleasures quite like a quiet summer afternoon.
A comfortable chair beneath a shady tree. The gentle ripple of water nearby. A favourite drink within easy reach and a collection of stories waiting to be discovered.
Summer Days is a collection of tales for those moments.
Meet travellers, unlikely heroes and forgotten places where the smallest decisions can change everything. Some stories will make you smile. Others may leave you quietly wondering long after the final page.
So settle back, relax, and enjoy a few quiet hours beside the billabong.
After all…
It’s only a collection of nice little stories.
JANO – THE JOURNEY
Jano has never sought greatness.
Raised in a world where honour, craftsmanship and tradition shape every life, he is content to serve his village and learn from those who came before him.
When ancient powers begin to stir, the peace of the Empire begins to fracture. Drawn into events far beyond his imagining, Jano discovers that even the quietest life can change the course of history.
Jano – The Journey is the opening novel in an epic fantasy series of courage, friendship and sacrifice.