Alice writes…

Hello Michelle,

I first read the Wolf Brother series when I was around 10 years old. I haven't had the drive to read books for many years, but I decided this Summer to read my all-time favourite book series 'Wolf Brother' again. It's reconnected me with my wild-child self, who grew up in Hastings playing in the sea and the woods.
I'm 22 this year and have spent the last 3 or so years studying to be a video-games artist. Every project, artwork, character or storyline I create is rooted in the inspiration your books gave me in my developing years. My mother also adores the book series, and I believe the combination of our creative backgrounds, living in Hastings and reading your books have pioneered the way we create. If you are interested in seeing my mum's artwork her name is Rebecca Child. You will be able to see our dog Blue on her facebook page, which we actually got in honour of Wolf !I respect and admire the creativity, drive and passion that was poured into the factually correct yet fictional world of Torak !!

Thank you Michelle 

Michelle Replies…

Dear Alice, I love the sound of your wild-child self of twelve years ago playing in the sea and the woods on the south coast, and it’s brilliant that the Wolf Brother stories helped feed your creativity – although by the sound of it, we also have your wonderful mother to thank for that; and how great that she likes the stories too.  It was actually very encouraging to get your message, as I’ve been dealing with the less attractive side of publishing over the past few weeks.  Readers like you and your mother remind me why I still continue to write.  May you and your work go from strength to strength!  With very best wishes to you both (and Blue).  Michelle