Whilst you probably aren't overly interested in the finer details of my life, you may be interested in the type of things that influence me.

Favourite films: The Magnificent Seven, Where Eagles Dare, The Italian Job, Jaws, Field of Dreams, The Odessa File, The Ipcress File, The Taking of Pelham 123.

Favourite music: Prince, The Libertines, Pete Doherty, UB40, David Bowie, Brian Wilson, The Smiths, Morrissey, John Barry, Metallica, Beastie Boys.

Favourite Books: Anything by Ian Fleming. The Left Hand of Darkness - Ursula K. Le Guin. The Forever War - Joe Haldeman. The Prestige - Christopher Priest.

Favourite TV: The West Wing, Entourage, The Shield, Doctor Who.

Obviously I read plenty and visit the cinema often, I support Norwich City Football Club and the Orlando Magic in the NBA.

I'm married to Kelly, have 3 cats and a nice house in the countryside.

Seriously what more do you want to know?