The author lives in a coastal region of New South Wales, Australia. She has a background in teaching children with sensory impairment. The author seeks to promote language development through stories which explore the natural environment. Pelicans form the fabric of life around the lakes and waterways of the coast. The author wants the reader to discover new experiences and enjoy the birds that inhabit wetlands and estuaries. With three sons, she has a keen interest in marine ecology, conservation and management of the coastal region.
