Angus Watson is a author who has had a variety of experiences before turning to writing. In his twenties, Watson's jobs ranged from working as a forklift truck driver to an investment banker. These diverse experiences likely provided him with a wide range of knowledge and skills that he has been able to draw upon in his writing career.
In his thirties, Watson worked as a freelance writer and went on numerous assignments that allowed him to have unique experiences and explore different parts of the world. Some of these assignments included searching for Bigfoot in the USA for the Telegraph, diving on the scuppered German fleet at Scapa Flow for the Financial Times, and swimming with sea lions off the Galapagos Islands for the Times. These adventures have likely given him a wealth of material to draw upon in his writing.
Now entering his forties, Watson lives in London with his wife Nicola and baby son Charlie. As a fan of both historical fiction and epic fantasy, he came up with the idea of writing a fantasy set in the Iron Age when exploring British hillforts for the Telegraph. He developed the story while walking Britain's ancient paths for further articles. Watson's love of historical fiction and epic fantasy is evident in his writing, and his experiences exploring and learning about the Iron Age have allowed him to create a rich and detailed world for his readers to enjoy.