Born in North East England, the author spent many happy hours in the company of his grandfather as he regaled him with tales of his seafaring adventures and life as a Harbour Master on the River Tyne.
His main writing oeuvre is historical fiction, though he has made forays into non-fiction and romance. He has also written revision guides for high school Biology and Chemistry, though they are not for publication.
Andrew first worked full-time as a registered Medical Laboratory Scientific Officer (Histopathology) before training as a science teacher, teaching in 10 countries, visiting 27 in total. He is now re-registered as a Biomedical Scientist.
Since publication of his first novel "Any Means To An End - The Lost Diaries of Richard Buchanan", (paperback at https://www.feedaread.com/books/Any-Means-to-an-End-9781781760048.aspx ) which got the 2nd prize in the Rosetta Press Literary Contest 2012, he has written 6 other books (in order):
"White Sands, Green Trees",
"Protective Craft”, Volume 2 of The Lost Diaries of Richard Buchanan, (paperback at https://www.feedaread.com/books/Protective-Craft-9781781766576.aspx )
"Teaching Overseas - A Short Guide", (paperback at https://www.feedaread.com/books/Teaching-Overseas-A-Short-Guide-9781782997559.aspx )
"Fishing Trip - An Introduction to Fly Fishing and Trout" (an illustrated poem for children of all ages)
“Maiden’s Voyage”, Volume 3 of The Lost Diaries of Richard Buchanan",
“Beaver Creek Christmas”, a gentle holiday romance.
All are published in Kindle and print form.