Having wasted his youth earning a living, Nicholas came to be an author relatively late in life, publishing his first book in his early 40's. His first two books were science fiction, and he has since concentrated on contemporary fiction. He has also written a quite a number of short stories (some of which can be read for free on his website) including numerous surfing stories. His published works include a book of surfing stories. When not chained to his computer Nicholas enjoys surfing, travelling with his amazing wife Rachel, and endlessly throwing a frisbee for their demanding blue heeler, Munty.