BA Media Studies, University of Sussex, First class hons;
Diploma in English Literature, Open University;
PGCE English with Media and Drama, Brighton University
John is from Oxford in the south of England. After completing his first degree, he worked for several years in television production in London before returning to Brighton to train as an English teacher where he could develop his passion for creative writing. He has written several screenplays and short stories and has published a first novel.
As well as writing, John enjoys cycling, walking and travel and loves listening to music - as well as attempting to play it! He is keenly interested in literature, film and current affairs. John is delighted to be honing his teaching skills by teaching in an international school and living in the dynamic and vibrant culture of Hanoi.