James N Parkes

In 2025, at the ripe old age of 50, Gen-X'er James decided to release his debut novel, "How to mend a broken Mallet" – a story about mental health and how our early years can define (and potentially destroy) our adult lives. However, considering it's serious subject matter, it is a heartfelt story that will make you laugh, cry and cringe in equal measures. James is also a qualified graphic designer which has meant the book is rather pleasing to the eye. He will be working on book number two as you are reading this, so remember the name, and watch this space.