The Leaf Master is mysterious and magical - and Darren's new friend. He lives in an enchanted land on the other side of the great big hedge, where Darren goes with Plonk, the talking bird. But there are enemies in the Leaf Master's magic land - the dreaded Vacpires, and their evil master, Wayne Insane. Who will help the Leaf Master in his fight for survival? Darren and Plonk! Join them in their great adventure. Jamie Carruthers has lived all his life in Northumberland, England, not far from Hadrian's Wall, surrounded by countryside, castles, and many local legends. Having always been interested in writing and illustration, as well as historical fact and fiction, the creation of The Leaf Master was a natural progression for the author, who was twenty at the time of writing the book, after completing a media course in 1999 and moving from one job to the next, unfulfilled. The Leaf Master represents the culmination of Jamie Carruthers' creative endeavours.