Charles has written over 40 plays, many of them for young people. He was commissioned by the National Theatre to write Alice In The News, which children all over Britain have performed. He has written many plays for radio, and a TV poem for BBC 2, No Borders, set on the Welsh borders, where he lives and has spent most of his creative life.

WINNER - READERS' FAVORITE BOOK ABOUT SPORTIn this epic novel about the motor-racing heroes of pre-war Italy and Germany, legendary characters battle to win incredible races on switchback roads along the edges of ravines. Exploring the relationships between the champions as much as the sporting events themselves, this is a thrilling tale based on the true rivalries, triumphs and disasters during a fascinating period in European sporting history."e;Martini writes about the dawn of motor racing, a violent and treacherous sport where men serviced their addiction to speed and etched their names in history. Enjoy riding with the greats, it's a rush."e; - Ben Collins, aka The Stig from BBC'sTop Gear"e;Every fan of motor racing should readthis book. How the legendary Italian drivers of the past forged the sport we love today with blood and bone"e; -.Mario Andretti, motor sport legend"e;A great read! An incredible tale of skill and courage based on true events"e;. -Alex Baldolini, 250cc/moto2 WSS rider"e;Meticulously researched, beautifully crafted, and a captivating read from beginning to end"e;. - The Historical Novel SocietyABOUT THE AUTHORSandro Martiniis a seasoned journalist who has worked in Italy and the USA. He has spent years researching the facts and creating a story which tells us much about men, their addiction to speed and the love of the machine at a particular time in history.

DELAYED UNTIL 2014 (10.7.13 - SS)