My name is Susan Barnard. I am in my early fifties and was born in Bucks and have lived in Bucks all my life. I started writing poetry at about twelve years old when inspired by the countryside of Devon, Dorset and Cornwall. I am inspired now by many aspects of life but nature remains my most important element. Despite many attempts over the years to get some of my work published, this is my first success.

I have many interests in my life which includes gardening, aromatherapy and my animal house mates. I take part in a UK phonology study which helps provide statistics about climate change.

My major concerns in this ever more violent world are the loss of habitat for our wildlife and the lack of humility within the human race, we’re here for such a short time that we don’t have time to be arrogant about anything.