I grew up and live in a rainy place. The fog and mist that rises from the forest has a mystical appearance. Watching my son play soccer in the middle of the rain forest inspired me to think of "Grim Hill."My spooky mystery middle-grade Grim Hill fantasy series - www.grimhill.com has been described as "Harry Potter meets Buffy the Vampire Slayer" and "pre-Steven King for tween readers." Each thrilling tale combines Celtic myth and fairy lore with fast-paced action and adventure. ....an entertaining and worthwhile read." - Kirkus, April 2010...This is an essential purchase for school libraries ... Rated E for Excellent." - Resource Links, April 2010...Cat... is a feisty, entertaining protagonist who is also highly empathetic ... Sookie is a delicious character as she dances the line between sweet young girl and potential villain. - CM: Canadian Review of Materials, March 2010... a great book for any kid who loves mystery, fright and the world of the unknown."- Children's Literature, Apr. 2009* Grim Hill was the winner of the 2008 Silver Birch Award in Ontario (Over 200,000 children vote in this readers choice award)* The second book, Grim Hill: The Secret Deepens has a starred review in the Canadian Children's Book Centre's Best Books.* Featured at Book Expo America, Book Expo Canada, the American Library Association Annual Conference, and the Pacific Northwest Library Association Annual Conference* Included in YALSA YA Galley Program