Born in Leith, growing up in a close community shaped by stories, the journey from a struggling student to a passionate writer is explored. Despite a lack of formal qualifications and a penchant for troublemakers, the love for storytelling persists. After leaving a council job over 30 years ago, a desire for pursuing hobbies like writing and music took precedence. Inspiration emerges from various experiences and encounters, leading to the creation and eventual publication of stories, notably 'Skagboys,' the precursor to 'Trainspotting.'
I left school with practically no qualifications. I tended towards the interesting kids, the troublemakers. All my own fault. I was always encouraged to be more scholarly by my parents, who valued education.
But I have never seen myself as an author. If I wrote purely for publication, and let it become a franchise, it would just be another job, albeit an enjoyable one.
I de facto retired from the world of work over 30 years ago, packing in my day job at the council to pursue my hobbies of writing and music.
Basically, I wait until something inspiring emerges - theme, event, character, or storyline - to act as a catalyst and pique my interest in finally writing up my notes, sketches, and stories.
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