Mark Daynes was born in the East coast fishing port of Grimsby, UK. Besides writing poetry, he is a singer-songwriter & his interests include Music, Art, Photography, Acting, Cinema & Travel. He has worked as a Musician, Event Security, Postman, & Charity Volunteer amongst other things. He currently resides in Salford, Greater Manchester. He is a Manchester United fan. *Mark is also promoting his mother's writings - J B Daynes - via this page.* J B Daynes resides in the East coast fishing port of Grimsby, UK, with her husband Malcolm. They are both retired. She has three children, a son Mark & two daughters Kelly & Jody. She is also a proud grandmother. She classifies her interests as Writing (stories, poems and songs), Painting (watercolours), Gardening and World/Local News. J B Daynes has currently written two self published books: 'La Casa' - an adult/teen collection, and 'Pink to Purple' - a childhood themed collection.