Long: E. M. Shryke is a free-spirited new writer who lives in the wilds of the UK.  He has always loved animals; his pets (of which there have been many) and the creatures he encounters in his garden are an endless supply of inspiration.  He loves all creatures great and small and enjoys riding in his spare time.  Photography is a favourite (less active) hobby and acts as a means of gathering inspiration and studying details.  Architecture, transport and natural scenes/wildlife are all preferred subjects.  His favourite aesthetic is steampunk, which will feature heavily in future books and illustrations. He has been influenced by his interest in British history – particularly  the history of the legal system and equal rights.  He has made a study of the Industrial Revolution and the technology that shaped the world today.