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Len Rayne

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Contact: [email protected]
Local authority: Stirling
Languages: English
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I'm a children’s author and creative storyteller based in Central Scotland. My book is a magical adventure for readers aged 9–12. Following a 30-year career in business communications, I now focus on fiction that sparks imagination and connection with the natural world. My debut novel, Eyes of Devilla, was self-published in 2024 and introduces readers to Bonnie Banks, a courageous 12 year old who protects her local forest from a modern-day witch. A second book in the series is underway, with a third planned to complete the trilogy.

Beyond writing, I bring experience to live events and public speaking, including a recent author talk to over 200 primary school pupils. I’m passionate about engaging young readers and bringing stories to life through school visits and sharing my writing experience. I also produce The Window Diary, a podcast series for adults that blends nature writing with personal reflection.

I offer a friendly, professional approach with a focus on storytelling, inspiration, and interaction.

Local authorities will visit

Angus; Clackmannanshire; Dundee; East Lothian; Edinburgh City; Falkirk; Fife; Glasgow City; Midlothian; North Lanarkshire; Perth and Kinross; Stirling; West Lothian

Events will deliver

Reading; Talk

Topics of work

Adventure; Contemporary fiction; Fairy tales, folklore & mythology

Age groups published for

Children

Age groups will work with

9-11

Audience size

0-10; 11-30; 31-100; 100-500; 500+