Murphy, Anthony

I am a latecomer to writing, not surprising as my true profession is driving trains. I started writing only a few years ago in my spare time and would keep it to myself, but when I finally allowed other people to read my work and it was met with approval I got such a buzz. Of course you can't please everyone so I have had to develop a thick skin to protect myself from the disappointment of inevitable criticism. I try to vary my writing style so as not to be labelled or categorised as a certain type and hopefully gain a broader appeal. As I was born in Birkenhead and live in Liverpool I tend to...