Gabrielle Gallen is a talented New Zealand author who hails from the picturesque region of Taranaki and has lived in Christchurch for the last 30 years - she has woven the rich tapestry of her life experiences into her story telling - firstly to her own three children and now with her Grandchildren and has decided to share some of these children's stories with you. Gabrielle's storytelling talents are deeply rooted in her love for the written word and her diverse life experiences. Gabrielle has family connection to the charming coastal town of Kaikoura and her love of recreational fishing and the concerns all kiwis have for their natural environment is evident in her work. Beyond her literary endeavors, Gabrielle Gallen is a dedicated chaplain in the disability sector, along with a background in dairy farming. When not immersed in the world of writing or her chaplaincy duties, Gabrielle and her faithful four-legged friend, often go for long walks along the scenic tracks around Christchurch, providing her with moments of reflection and inspiration.