James Walker

James Walker is an editor, journalist, and author from Manchester, England. His first full-length book, HIT: Once Upon a Field, was published in 2023.

Part memoir, part biography, HIT: Once Upon a Field documents the life of British artist Stephen Reding and includes 40 original colour paintings that showcase his remarkable talent.

The book has made the best-seller list in several Amazon categories, including ‘Tragic Life Stories’, ‘Biographies about Artists, Architects, & Photographers’, and ‘Drug & Chemical Abuse Addiction & Recovery’.

“HIT is a raw and undiluted tale of addiction, recovery, and loss,” said James. “But despite the struggles Stephen faced throughout his life, at its heart, this is a book about family and hope. His story underlines the universal nature of addiction and, more importantly, how it can be overcome.”

For more information on James Walker’s writing and HIT: Once Upon a Field, visit paintingtheartist.com.