The day of David’s birth was so auspicious, the French were celebrating it more than 170 years before he was born.
This might explain his interest in time travel stories.
When he was five years old, he stood in his backyard, and stared up at the moon, wondering why he couldn’t see Apollo 11. At that time he was unaware of the need for a telescope. Did I mention he was only five?
This might explain his interest in space exploration.
He was born in Melbourne, Australia. The city was founded by John Batman. Batman’s rival was supposed to get there first, on a ship called the Enterprize, but was unable to board due to some unpaid debts, and some unforeseen bailiffs.
This might explain his interest in science fiction and superheroes.
What else could he do, but grow up to write speculative fiction?
He was a mild-mannered public servant by day, and a writer of speculative fiction by night. He is now retired. From public service, not writing. He still lives in Melbourne, with his wife and son.