Hi, I'm [Ross Leondiou] — a storyteller with one foot in the past and the other firmly planted in a fish shop. I write about the grit, humour, and heart of growing up in Australia, where steel factories and deep fryers were as much a part of life as family and friendship. My books: Wog in a Fish Shop – a true-to-life, nostalgic, and often funny look at my childhood in a family-run fish and chip shop during the 1960s. Framed around some of the era’s biggest world events—from the Cuban Missile Crisis and the moon landing to the demise of the Ford motor car and the wild chaos of cracker night—it's a story for anyone who's balanced two cultures while history unfolded around them. One of the standout characters is Ross Leondiou, nicknamed Bob back then, who was part of the chaos, laughter, and unforgettable moments behind the counter. Fahrenheit 2600 – set in the 1970s, this memoir follows my change of life from teenager to adult, with all the struggles, mistakes, friendships, and small victories that came with it. Ross Leondiou (formerly known as Bob) is there too, as we navigate the highs and lows of growing up in Adelaide's industrial heartland. These days, Ross gives back by volunteering as a cook in a homeless shelter—still feeding people, just in a very different kitchen. I'm from Brisbane these days, with memories from South Australia, a love of painting on the side, and a habit of writing stories that shine a light on ordinary people and places that stick with you long after the last page. If you're into tales that are equal parts sweat, soul, and souvlaki—with a good dose of Ross Leondiou thrown in—you might just enjoy hanging out here. Thanks for stopping by!