author
John Watts
A retired teacher who turned to writing later in life, he has written history, biography, fiction, and children's books with a warm, reflective touch. His work also reflects his connection to the Secular Franciscan tradition and a lifelong interest in storytelling.
1 Audiobook
Ancient and Modern Celebrated Freethinkers Reprinted From an English Work, Entitled "Half-Hours With The Freethinkers."
by Charles Bradlaugh, active 19th century Anthony Collins, John Watts
About the author
After a career in teaching, John Watts began publishing books in retirement and built a varied body of work that includes history, biography, fiction, and children's literature. Publisher and bookseller listings describe him as a member of the Secular Franciscan Order, and note that his writing ranges across several genres rather than staying in just one lane.
Among his later books is The Creatures of Number 37, a children's story described as his first venture into children's fiction after several earlier publications. Available publisher information also says he is married, has six children and ten grandchildren, and lives in Addiewell, a former mining village in West Lothian, Scotland.
Because there are several authors named John Watts, some biographical details are difficult to confirm beyond publisher and bookseller sources. What does come through clearly is the shape of a writer who came to books from a long life of work, family, faith, and teaching—and who brings that experience into accessible, thoughtful writing.