Greg Scowen is an author of fiction in the thriller and historical genres. He is a qualified librarian and web developer and shares his time between New Zealand's beaches and the Swiss Alps. Greg's first novel 'The Spanish Helmet' is an adventurous romp through New Zealand's alternative pre-history and the world of Swiss libraries. The Spanish Helmet was selected by the New Zealand Society of Authors for presentation at the 2012 Frankfurt Book Fair where New Zealand was the guest of honour. This award and honour was bestowed upon only 40 books. Translation and media rights for Greg's work (excl. English) are handled by his agent: Mladen Jandrlic, Books & Rights, Zürich, Switzerland (http://www.booksandrights.com)