Emer Conlon

I became interested in writing children's books probably later than most. Like everything in life, it's about timing and when my professional career and my imagination collided, the wonderful world of Vroom-Town was created. I started on this journey five years ago and now, after a lot of speed-bumps, we have three books in the Vroom-Town series! - I have another 9 books written and titles for a further 58 - so hopefully this is the start of something wonderful for children to enjoy.

My background is Marketing and I have more than 18 years marketing experience - fourteen years of which has been, and still is, as Marketing Manager of McElvaney Motors, Ireland - Scania Truck Dealer and Volkswagen Commercial Vehicle Partner - hence the inspiration for books about trucks!

I am extremely passionate about Vroom-Town and the exciting characters that I have created. I thought that these days, children are playing on their parents' phones and laptops almost before they can talk and therefore I created an online element to Vroom-Town - which includes games, puzzles and colouring.

When I walk into shops I still get so excited at seeing my books on the shelf and I don't think that 'buzz' will ever leave me. What I really enjoy immensely is doing Vroom-Town Storytimes in libraries and schools when I can see the delight in children's eyes and their reaction to the stories. I love getting their feedback and finding out who their favourite character is and which part of the stories they liked! Afterall, that is what writing children's books is all about! I am very excited about the prospect of even more children around the world enjoying the books and falling in love with the characters!!