He was born in 1935 in Kent, England grew up in Bomb Alley during WW2. He served a 5-year apprenticeship as a Compositor Typographer. Met Patricia, an Art Student at age 17, married in 1957. They have a daughter, two son's eight grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.

He left a print after 11 years to start a roof tiling and slating business, eventually employing 52 trade's men. Nine years later, lost a fortune to bad debts when oil price increased 400% in four days. Builders large and small went broke, taking him with them. Some years later, he migrated to Australia. Broke, did building site laboring work to support the family., started writing to keep sane, never showed anyone for about 20 years - fear of failure. A sad mistake, finally, he did many favorable comments spurred him on. With heaps of concepts in progress, he needed help, Aimee Lamb came on board to co-write the screenplays, and it continues.

 Age 54, 60-80% invalid diagnosed with chronic Asthma, son suggested Tae Kwon Do - he thought it a Chinese take-w-way he'd not heard of. At 57, he did, nearly killed him, Asthma gone. Recommends asthmatics make their lungs earn their keep. He graded for 1st Dan Black Belt at 61.

He trains and teaches Tae Kwon Do in Australia, a 4th Dan Master, and 4th Dan in MMA.

Enjoys making furniture, writes screenplays and stories daily for many hours. One feature screenplay; Where the Devil says Goodnight nominated for US Heritage and cultural award. Placed 10th in US competition 2,100 entries. Contracts signed to shoot then plug pulled at the last minute—top English actress in the lead role.

Five books completed, deleted them from Amazon. Had an agent, she closed her company after a few years.

Passionate about our planet, it's wildlife from small insects to the Blue Whale. Believes we should delete the word 'Retirement' from all languages.

Two 60-second visual pitches

Where the Devil says Goodnight

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6jFS4w5NQwg

The Legend and Adventures of Tae and Kwon

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x5Jy3IPhQlI

Working Title Films London. Where the Devil says Goodnight and Cast of Eagles. While I found both intriguing and commercial ideas, we are currently developing two WW11 projects, and as such, I can't see a way in which we'd be able to pursue these with you. Press on with Cast of Eagles.

Oxygen Films Canada. Where the Devil says Goodnight. I believe the more concise version (97page) was, ultimately, the better script. And I sent it. I was torn, though, because the 107-page script had many different details; it was more wordy and used perhaps a more PROPER ENGLISH, which may have given it more credence for Oscar potential...Ultimately, after comparing it line by line, page by page, I think the shorter one runs a little smoother. It was a tough choice because both had certain aspects that were better than the other. But, as mentioned, I've made them aware a more extended version is also available, and they may choose to read both.

Saddle the Wind. Hello Mr. Shears, I'm a hobbyist screenwriter, and I'm writing you to let you know how much I enjoyed reading Saddle the Wind. The mysterious adventure with Jess and Jazz keeps the pace of the story. Amanda is adorable, and her desire to beat Penelope is overwhelming. I read the entire script in no time. It's well written. I thought you would appreciate the feedback.  Regards Palsy Script Revolution Member