W G HaslamW. G. Haslam is a veteran grandfather and storyteller, who has always enjoyed reading stories to his three children and five grandchildren, sometimes even making short tales up on the spot.

His career was in Information Technology, from the advent of large business computers in the 60s to the current ubiquity of personal computing devices. A man of many interests, Haslam has always been interested in astronomy, purchasing his first telescope at the tender age of twelve. The author also enjoys the theatre, and has taken a few turns on the boards himself. He has been a member of several choirs, and has recently given up competitive tennis in favour of golf.

The Magic Portal came to be when Haslam's families, especially the grandchildren, could no longer gather together in person. To keep in touch, they decided to meet via videoconference on a weekly basis. Haslam's wife suggested that he compose a short story to entertain the young ones during the first one or two such meetings. However, he was at a loss as to what sort of tale he might invent for them. One day Haslam, his wife, and their golden retriever, Amber, were walking through Hilton Falls Conservation Area, north of Milton, Ontario. They found themselves heading down a little-used side path, and there it stood off to the left side of the path: a portal, a magic portal to other dimensions, other worlds.

W. G. Haslam and his wife Isabel, live in Burlington, Ontario, with Amber their golden retriever, who provided much valuable guidance concerning the viewpoint of Peaches in these adventures. Read More Read Less