I am a foster carer, author and artist. I live in the South West
of England, not far from the sea with my husband, two
stepdaughters, two birth sons and long-term and short-term foster
children.
I grew up in Oxford, and as child I was fostered then adopted into
a family that should never have been allowed to foster or adopt
children. It's a complicated and emotional story that became my
first best-selling book Thrown Away Child.
I have always made art: as a child it was my sanctuary and I went
on to teach art and fashion in a university for over 20 years. I
now spend any spare time painting and illustrating.
When I became a foster carer I was full of hope - but within weeks
I discovered a broken system that is meant to be looking after our
most vulnerable children. I write about this. I met children whose
needs were off the scale but those same needs are becoming
commonplace. I write about them. I am involved with organisations
and individuals who either grew up in care or work for the
improvement of the care system. I write my books for the children
and adults who have experienced abuse - sadly we are no small
minority. I tell their stories to help others understand. I hope
you enjoy them.
For more information about my books and art please visit my
website: www.louise-allen.com
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