Beyond this portal lies the world of a writer who spent his whole working life in another profession. Some gasfitters become pop stars, some hairdressers become Hollywood actors, some welders become famous comedians, and some sailors become Time Lords. But what about the fellow on the other side of this page – what did he do before he became a creator of universes? Well, if you want to know that, you can find the info elsewhere. That was then; this is now. Dig in…