A native of Mourne in Co. Down, Jane Cassidy now lives in Belfast. After graduating from Queen’s University, Belfast, with a degree in English and French, and a post-grad in Education, she spent her twenties as a professional folk singer and has released 5 albums. Performing brought her into the world of the media where she freelanced as a presenter and researcher before joining the staff of BBC Northern Ireland where she produced and edited educational content. Now retired form her role in the BBC, Jane combines performing her beloved folk music with writing.