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Geoff Akers was born in Peebles, Scotland in 1954, and studied at Aberdeen University, where his interest in modern history and literature was fostered. He became particularly interested in poetry written during the First and Second World Wars and focused his honour’s dissertation on the work of Wilfred Owen and Isaac Rosenberg. He taught English, History and drama for over fifteen years before giving up to become a full-time novelist. To date, he has written three novels – including Beating for Light – and a number of short stories. He third novel is centred on the Israeli/Palestinian conflict.

Geoff is a keen traveller and photographer and has been to many countries throughout the world. He also loves walking and cycling in the hills of Scotland.

Geoff is married and lives in Edinburgh with his wife, Fiona, and his black Lab, Finn.