Shearwater

Andrea Mayes was born in the north of England in 1955 and emigrated to Melbourne in 1976. She has written stories and poetry since she was a child. Her writing has won awards and commendations and has been published in literary magazines, anthologies, newspapers, and broadcast by the ABC.

Marie-Louise Walker has worked extensively in Australian television, film and theatre. She trained at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art and has appeared in stage productions in both the UK and Australia. Her work includes roles in popular outdoor productions including Romeo and Juliet, Alice in Wonderland and Macbeth. Her television work includes roles in The Saddle Club, Blue Heelers, Water Rats and Ocean Girl and she has loved giving voice to books for over 12 years now.