How long have you been writing for?

Forty years (on and off!).

What would you say is the most difficult part of writing a book?

The first and last page.

What genre do you generally write?

Post-apocalyptic/UF

Do you have a favourite author and why?

Sebastian Faulks; he unearths his characters’ souls. And Philip Pullman; fabulous adventures for children and adults alike.

What is your book called and how did you choose this title?

The...