Bruce Ryan has always been a keen writer despite having quite severe dyslexia as a child and learning to read and write very late. He thinks the struggle makes one cherish that ability even more in later life. Bruce works with students with disabilities and learning difficulties as a Teacher's Aide for the NSW Education Department.Bruce was a dedicated, though not particularly talented, sportsman and coach for more than 40 years and Co-founder of Barton Park Giant Trees Arboretum which has given him great pleasure since 2007.