David Orme

David Orme is a prolific children's writer and poet from England who has written or edited more than 250 books, many specifically aimed at reluctant readers or children with learning difficulties. He is well-known for his manga-style graphic novel series Boffin Boy and has lived in Winchester, Hampshire, England, where he served as chair of the Education Writers Group of the Society of Authors and director of the Schools Poetry Association. Orme has also volunteered in literacy programs with Helen Orme and authored books for teachers such as Unlocking the Poet in Every Child.