Steve Haywood has a gift for infusing his descriptions of people and places with his unmistakable sense of humour, according to BBC Countryfile magazine. The Oxford Times praises his ability to paint a vivid picture of a unique world filled with intriguing and idiosyncratic individuals – a true representation of middle England. For fifty years, Steve has explored the inland waterways, sharing his adventures with a devoted readership eager to discover more about the stunning canals and rivers of Britain. His earlier works, including Narrowboat Dreams, One Man and a Narrowboat, Too Narrow to Swing a Cat, and Narrowboat Nomads, have all been widely enjoyed for their witty and charming narratives.