Since she was young, Michelle has been writing and illustrating for her own enjoyment. A former teacher, now a mother of two, she draws inspiration from her family travels as they explore the world while educating their children. In writing The Travelling Stone series, Michelle hopes to inspire both young and old to travel the world and see each new experience with child-like wonder. Michelle loves breakfast buffets, finding a good bookshop and anything to do with Christmas!The Travelling Stone - France is the first in the series featuring Michelle's children, Piper and Lachie.