Simon Small

Enchanted by the dazzling darkness.

Explorer of inner worlds.

Experiencer of strange encounters.

Christian mystic.

Author of unusual books.

"Star Pilgrim", published in 2011, is a novel exploring deep questions about the nature of existence. Since first learning to read as a child, he always wanted to write a novel. Fortunately, he never knew it would take another forty years. It is a coming together of many years of spiritual exploration and his love for science fiction. First and foremost it is written to be a great story that anyone can enjoy. If the big ideas around which it is woven resonate, so much the better.

"From the Bottom of the Pond", published in 2007, is a personal reflection on the contemplative life within the Jesus tradition. It is still in print and selling well. It has been featured a number of times on national radio in the UK and has sold far beyond the boundaries of conventional religion.

"Living Contemplation" was published in 2015 and is a companion volume to "From the Bottom of the Pond". It is a collection of forty one short pieces of writing that have emerged from the depths of a still mind. They reflect on the encounter of contemplative awareness with daily life in the world. Written over a period of ten years, the writings cover a wide range of topics, including prayer, inner peace, the nature of love, Christian theology, the mystery of existence, death and dying.