I’m a native of Dundee and a graduate of St Andrews University. I’ve lived and worked all over Scotland and now live in a village in West Lothian. I had a varied career in the voluntary sector, working for a time for Save the Children Fund and even sharing a platform (twice!) with the Princess Royal. In 2007, I turned from charity management to creative writing. I am blessed with three daughters, a stepson, and eight grandchildren. ot  with my beautiful god-daughter  with lovely granddaughters | My Life as an AuthorI was encouraged by my first creative writing tutor to use my own life
experiences and memories as a springboard. This led to the creation of characters, settings,
conversations, gatherings and events. I discovered the joy of creating an imaginary world that grew and grew. I wrote my first novel, A Good Time for Miracles, in one year and my second, Red Gown Girl, the next. My third novel, Eleanor's Journey grew out of a fascination with the lifestyle and experiences of an old friend. My fourth novel, The Ghost of Erraid is set on a tiny, tidal island off the south tip of the Isle of Mull in the Inner Hebrides off the west coast of Scotland.  My dog, Tucker (who sadly is no longer with us) often accompanied me on my research rambles. The protagonist shuttles between: - life as an investment banker in 2013 - life as a suffragette widow in the early 1900s - and life as a soldier's sweetheart during World War One. |  with daughters and dogs with the love of my life
with Robert Burns at the Birks o’ Aberfeldy |