Deborah Jay was born and raised in West Wales.  She married aged 20 and moved to Plymouth with her Chief Petty Officer husband.   The Falklands War started shortly after meaning her husband went on a long commission,  resulting in her returning home to her beloved Carmarthenshire where she raised their only child.  She worked for 25 years in Local Government before retiring owing to her declining health.  Her life now revolves around her family, friends and pet dog.  She has always had a love of writing and has penned a few children’s books for her beloved grandchildren and nephews, which they loved.  

‘Sharp Scratch’ however, is her first published book at the grand old age of 62!