The Woman Who Wrote the World's First Novel.

Step behind the silk screens of 11th-century Heian Japan and discover the extraordinary life of Murasaki Shikibu. Born an ambitious scholar in a society that forbade female learning, Murasaki channeled her grief and forbidden knowledge into The Tale of Genji-the monumental work that pioneered the psychological novel.

This definitive history charts her path from secluded widowhood to becoming a key literary attendant in the Imperial Court, revealing how she captured the ephemeral sadness of mono no aware and redefined human consciousness on the page. Approx.160 pages, 32300 word count

Born and raised in a small town on the east coast of Scotland, the author brings a unique and refreshing voice to his writing. A late-in-life diagnosis of Asperger's Syndrome illuminated his lifelong journey, giving him a deeper understanding of the distinct way he sees the world.

Describing himself as an optimist on a mission to entertain and inform, he aims to take the reader's imagination to its limits and deliver a truly unforgettable experience.