Kate has worked as a nurse and teacher before pursuing a career in writing. Having been brought up on the side of the beautiful Malvern Hills, she is a country girl at heart although she now finds herself living in Reading with her husband, teenaged daughters and wonderfully bonkers collie-cross.

Under the name of Kate Wells, Kate is writing a new cosy crime series, inspired by the farm where she grew up. Boldwood will publish the first title, Murder at Malvern Farm, in August 2023.

Under the name of Kate Poels, she writes books for children, school resources and reading scheme titles. She delivers creative writing courses and workshops which give her the opportunity to combine her love of teaching with her passion for stories and writing.

She reviews books both on her Instagram feed and BBC Radio Berkshire. For three years she co-coordinated the FCBG Children’s Book Award.