Mechanicsville actually does exist!
Nestled amongst lush forests and green fields in Old Mechanicsville stands a stone windmill, now a landmark in the village.
That windmill is said to house the mystical creatures known locally as:
"The Mechanics"
Russ Brown is a teacher and established author who has written several books for primary aged children. He was born in Liverpool and pursued a career in stage acting. However, the love of telling a good story, a great sense of humour and a natural ability to get a point across led him to teaching. His classroom experiences have highlighted to him the importance and joy of telling good stories to children. Russ Brown and Jamie Cosley have previously worked together on MONSTERS IN MY MATH BOOK and the hugely popular POPPY'S PLANET. Russ' imaginative and educational style, brought about through years working as a teacher himself, is perfectly accentuated by Jamie's colourfully vibrant illustrations.
