Glenn Martin James is an author, illustrator, and storyteller based in Staffordshire. He has worked in schools for some years, and the first of his children’s novels is due out in February 2024, titled ‘Hugo and the Werewolf’. Writing for all ages, his horror stories have been published widely. Co-founder of the ‘John O’Gaunts Irregulars’ performers and the ‘42 Open Mic night’ for genre writers, Glenn has been a radio-producer, and a crime reporter. Creator of the loveable Mr. Columbine for younger children, he has a deep love of words, a passionate commitment to literature, and love of black cats.