Nick Smart is a writer, editor, and educator best known for David Bowie: The Collector, a critically acclaimed exploration of the cultural inspirations behind Bowie's work. He holds a Master’s degree in English Literature and writes academically about David Bowie, culture, and identity. Nick is also the co-editor of the long-running David Bowie Glamour fanzine and has co-curated the David Bowie World Fan Conventions in Liverpool and New York. He presents regularly at literary festivals and combines deep research, original interviews, and fan insight in his writing. He lives in Somerset, UK.