Mr Arthur, Miss Echo and the Grumpy Toad

Julie was born and raised in Christchurch, New Zealand, where she is now residing again after living on the rugged West Coast of the South Island for nine years. She has worked and served overseas with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, including a three-year posting to Bangkok, Thailand. After completing a Diploma for Professional Writer of Children's Stories, she wrote her popular first fantasy novel for children, Abby and the Hopplescotch Realm. This was written as the first in her series of stories about the adventures of a group of children and other characters in different realms. Julie's series has grown to four books in total, it is extremely popular, read her reviews and enjoy her books. The Realms series starts as first chapter books. Julie also holds Diplomas in Diamonds and Gems. Julie lives with her English Mastiff, Miss Izzy Wizzy. Julie was Chairperson of the New Zealand Society of Authors for Canterbury in 2012. Julie also has an adult series out under the non-de-plume Anne Dover. For her latest UK picture book release, visit - http://jafolkers.ampbk.com