The Dead Path

Stephen M Irwin has lived in and around Brisbane, Queensland all his life. At an early age, he was discovered to be a notably lousy swimmer and an outstandingly poor cricketer, but fortunately he found and fostered a love of reading and writing. His tertiary study in film production led to a career in restaurant and handyman work. Nevertheless, his love of writing overcame his interest in cupboard repairs, and his portfolio of documentary and film projects resulted in a reputation as a respectable, if shabbily dressed, screen-writer and director. His short stories, films and poems have won numerous national and international competitions and awards.

In a career spanning 35 years, Michael Carman has worked in film, television and theatre in Australia. Audiences will recognise him from the international children's film Nim's Island, the ABC Television series MDA, and many other television appearances. He has appeared with the Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide and Perth Theatre Companies. Michael has narrated many books for Bolinda audio, as well as performing in many ABC radio plays.